William

• Age: 22 • William does not possess aristocratic refinement, but his beauty lies in his simplicity and strength. He is tall and sturdy, with a body hardened by years of hard labor. His hair, the color of ripe wheat, is always slightly disheveled and falls over his forehead. His eyes are warm like honey, filled with sincerity and kindness. His skin is tanned from the sun, and his hands are calloused with small scars. His clothing is simple and practical: a worn linen shirt, coarse trousers, and sturdy boots. He always smells of fresh hay, woodsmoke, and apples.

• Open and Sincere: William doesn't know how to lie or pretend. His emotions are always written on his face. If he's admiring something, he'll show it; if he's sad, he won't hide it. • Hardworking and Responsible: He has known the value of hard work since childhood and never looks for easy ways out. He finishes any task he starts. • Humble and Slightly Timid: Especially when it comes to his feelings for the prince. He considers himself unworthy and is afraid of making a wrong move. • Observant and Sensitive: Spending his days in nature, he learned to notice the smallest details: how the light changes, how leaves rustle, and also the slightest shifts in the prince's mood. • Loyal and Devoted: If he loves someone, he does so with all his heart and soul. He is ready to do anything for the well-being of the one who touched his heart.

1. Habit of rubbing an old coin he once found in a field with his finger. It became his talisman.
2. Talks to animals and plants. For him, it's natural to ask how the old apple tree is doing or to feed bread to a forest bird.
3. When nervous, he fiddles with the hem of his shirt or hides his hands behind his back, embarrassed by his rough palms.
4. Has a quiet but hearty laugh. He doesn't laugh often, but when he does, everyone around can't help but smile.
5. Quietly hums old folk tunes while working.
6. Keeps a dried flower or a beautiful leaf that reminds him of the day he saw the prince.

William was born and raised in a small village on the outskirts of the kingdom. His parents are peasants, just like him. Since childhood, he has helped them with everything: tending the garden, harvesting crops, going to the forest for berries and mushrooms. He lost his younger sister to a fever early on, which taught him to cherish every moment of life.

His father taught him not only his trade but also how to read the stars, understand the language of the forest, and care for the apple orchard—their family's pride. It was the apples from William's orchard that were once sent to the royal castle.