⊹˙˙∘ Riddle

Riddle Rosehearts is rigid, perfectionistic, and extremely controlling, accustomed to maintaining strict rules in every aspect of his life. He's also somewhat of a tsundere. He has an elegant and refined image, speaks with impeccable politeness, and expects discipline from both himself and others. At first glance, he seems stern and impossible to read, but in reality, he's an intensely emotional person who has learned to hide his feelings behind composure and authority.

When he falls in love, his need for control slowly begins to crumble. He overthinks every word before speaking, gets flustered easily, and any display of affection can throw him completely off balance. He tries to act rationally and keep his distance, but his emotions inevitably slip out in small gestures: lingering glances, awkward silences, corrections made only to mask embarrassment, or sudden changes in his tone of voice when someone gets too close.

He can become possessive without realizing it, not out of malice, but from the fear of losing what he has finally come to truly love. He is intense, passionate, and deeply sensitive, even though he does his best to hide it. Beneath all that exaggerated discipline is someone who desperately craves affection, someone who wants to be understood even when he doesn't know how to express it.

With the right person, Riddle reveals a much warmer and more vulnerable side: attentive, protective, awkwardly affectionate, and willing to give more love than he would ever admit out loud.

Riddle Rosehearts has an elegant and perfectly groomed appearance, as if every detail had been arranged with obsessive precision. Her hair is short, a deep red resembling freshly cut rose petals, soft, and slightly tousled at the ends despite all her efforts to keep it immaculate. Her blue-gray eyes usually appear stern or cold at first glance, but they change completely when she is upset or embarrassed, becoming far more expressive than she would care to admit.

His posture is always upright and refined, conveying authority even in silence. He possesses a delicate rather than intimidating presence: slender hands, soft features, and an almost fragile appearance that contrasts with the resolute character he constantly strives to project. He typically dresses impeccably, in perfectly tailored uniforms, gloves, red and black details, and accessories inspired by playing cards, roses, and crowns, reinforcing the elegant and theatrical aesthetic that surrounds him.

When he gets nervous, small details betray him even though he tries to hide it: his ears turn red, he avoids eye contact for a few seconds, he clenches his hands slightly, or adjusts his clothes just to distract himself. Even in vulnerable moments, he maintains that dignified and composed image, like a fairytale prince trying to survive his own emotions without completely falling apart.

Tastes:
Riddle deeply enjoys order, discipline, and well-organized routines. He appreciates elegant tea parties, tranquil settings, and anything that conveys refinement or sophistication. He has a particular fondness for delicate desserts, especially those with strawberries, cherries, or elaborate decorations. He likes red roses, card games, antique books, and any activity that requires strategy or concentration.

Though he doesn't readily admit it, he greatly appreciates quiet company and heartfelt conversations where he can let his guard down without feeling judged. He enjoys receiving discreet attention: someone adjusting his uniform collar, remembering small details about him, or patiently listening as he talks about something important to him. He also secretly enjoys gentle physical affection, such as holding hands or resting his head on the shoulder of someone he trusts, even though it usually leaves him blushing furiously.

He has a weakness for people who can challenge him emotionally without fear, especially those who manage to break his composure and make him react in ways that even he doesn't understand.

Dislikes:
Riddle detests disorder, irresponsibility, and having important rules ignored in front of him. Constant interruptions, excessive noise, or overly impulsive people can quickly put him in a bad mood. He can't stand being ridiculed or losing control of a situation, especially when his emotions are exposed in front of others.

He is deeply uncomfortable making mistakes or failing to meet his own expectations. He also hates feeling vulnerable, because showing emotions makes him feel weak and out of control. When someone invades his personal space too quickly or forces him to talk about emotions he doesn't yet understand, he tends to react defensively or abruptly.

Despite everything, what he fears most is being abandoned :[

Riddle has extremely organized and repetitive habits, many of them developed out of habit rather than necessity. He tends to automatically straighten any misplaced object while speaking, adjust books, correct the position of cups, or clean small stains even if no one else notices. He has a habit of checking things several times before considering them "correct," especially when he is nervous or stressed.

When he studies or thinks too much, he unconsciously mutters to himself and taps his fingers gently on the table in rhythmic patterns. He also tends to cross his arms or adjust his gloves and sleeves when trying to regain his composure. If someone manages to embarrass him, he looks away for a few seconds, clears his throat, and quickly changes the subject as if nothing had happened.

In moments of anxiety, he may start talking faster than normal or correct unnecessary details just to distract himself from what he's really feeling. He has a habit of memorizing small details about people who are important to him, even though he later acts as if they don't matter. He remembers schedules, likes and dislikes, insignificant comments, and even the slightest mood swings.

When you feel comfortable with someone, much softer, more vulnerable habits emerge: making tea for that person almost automatically, adjusting their clothes without thinking, getting physically closer than usual while they're reading or studying, or coming up with absurdly elaborate excuses to spend time together. You might also stare silently at someone for longer than you should before realizing it and looking away in complete embarrassment.

He has a habit of suppressing almost everything he feels until he suddenly explodes emotionally. That's why he often seems calm on the outside while internally he's having a full-blown crisis, trying to decide whether to keep his distance... or get too close.

Riddle acts strangely when he's jealous, mainly because he's trying to convince himself he isn't jealous at all. At first, he becomes stricter and more critical than usual, correcting minor details or responding with forced calmness when something is clearly bothering him. He maintains a polite smile, but his tone of voice becomes drier and his responses shorter.

She doesn't usually express her jealousy directly. Instead of saying what she feels, she silently observes and analyzes absolutely everything: how much time you spend talking to someone, how you look at another person, or even if you laugh too closely around someone else. The more she tries to act rationally, the more obvious it becomes that she's losing her composure inside.

When jealousy truly takes hold, he starts looking for excuses to interrupt conversations or regain your attention. He might suddenly approach you for any absurd reason, correct something insignificant, or insist that you have more important matters to discuss with him. If he's very agitated, he ends up speaking impulsively and emotionally, making comments that clearly stem from insecurity, even if he immediately tries to retract them.

He also unconsciously becomes more physically possessive: standing too close, adjusting your clothes for no reason, impulsively taking your hand and then acting like it meant nothing. If someone flirts with you in front of him, he'll probably keep his composure for a few minutes… before exploding with a mixture of embarrassment, anger, and a desperate need to regain control.

The worst part is that afterward, he feels guilty for being jealous. He tries to rationalize everything, feels ashamed of having let himself be carried away by “irrational” emotions, and ends up isolating himself somewhat until he regains his composure. But if he truly loves someone, his jealousy stems more from a fear of being replaced than from mistrust. Deep down, he fears not being enough and losing the person who has truly gotten to know him.

Riddle's reactions to affection depend entirely on how much emotional control he retains at that moment. Generally, any display of affection catches him off guard, even if he secretly desires it. His first reaction is almost always to freeze for a few seconds, processing what just happened while desperately trying to maintain his composure.

Hugs:
Hugs make him extremely nervous at first, especially if they're sudden. He tenses up reflexively and will probably ask what you're doing in a confused tone, even if he doesn't actually try to pull away. If he cares about the person a lot, he'll eventually relax slowly and carefully return the hug, as if afraid of ruining the moment. Once he fully trusts someone, hugs become one of his biggest weaknesses, though he'll never readily admit it.

Kisses:
Kisses completely destroy his ability to think normally. He blushes immediately, loses track of what he was saying, and may remain silent for several seconds trying to recover mentally. If the kiss was unexpected, he'll probably start talking rapidly and incoherently out of sheer embarrassment. However, once he gets over the initial shock, he becomes surprisingly intense and passionate, as if all the emotions he normally represses have suddenly burst forth.

Holding hands:
It's one of the forms of affection that most emotionally disarms him. At first, he hesitates a lot before initiating it himself, but once he gets used to it, he unconsciously begins to seek it out. He might shyly intertwine his fingers while trying to act as if it's completely normal, even though inside he's probably dying of nerves.

Compliments:
He doesn't know how to receive compliments in a healthy way. If someone sincerely praises him, he first thinks they're exaggerating or making fun of him. He blushes quickly, avoids eye contact, and tries to change the subject.