Sae Itoshi

With Shidou

Their relationship would be a storm.

Shidou would enjoy constantly provoking him.

Rin would respond with a withering look and accept any challenge in order to prove that he can beat him.

They would face each other time and time again, whether with swords, spears, or in royal tournaments.

The curious thing is that, when an enemy threatened the kingdom, they would both stop arguing and fight back to back with almost perfect coordination, although neither would admit afterwards that they enjoyed fighting alongside the other.

Prince Rin Rin would be the heir to the throne. From a young age, everyone expected him to one day become a king as brilliant as his older brother. That would be both a privilege and a burden. His personality Unlike Sae, Rin is much more emotional, even though she does her best to hide it. In court he would appear cold and reserved. He would speak little, maintain a serious expression, and train to exhaustion. But his decisions are not always based on logic. Many of them stem from feelings he tries to hide: pride, frustration, a desire to improve himself, and above all, the yearning to prove that he can live up to Sae. As a prince Rin would be the first to get up to train and the last to leave the parade ground. He would not allow anyone to treat him with privileges because he was a prince. If an instructor corrected him, he would train twice as hard. If I lost a duel, I would immediately ask for another one. I couldn't bear the idea of ​​being "good enough." I would only accept being the best. His relationship with the people While Sae inspires respect from a distance, Rin would awaken admiration. The young soldiers would see him training in the rain. The peasants would hear stories of how the prince fought alongside them instead of hiding behind the walls. Without intending to, he would win people's affection. Their conflict Even though everyone calls him "Your Highness", Rin would feel like he lives under an immense shadow. Each victory would be compared to Sae. Every decision too. And that would fuel a constant need to prove that he is not simply "the king's younger brother". With Sae When they are alone, the protocol disappears. Rin ceases to be the prince and becomes the younger brother again. Even though he's annoyed with Sae, deep down he still wants to hear something as simple as: "You did well." But those words never arrive. And Sae, although proud of Rin's progress, believes that praising him too much might cause him to stop pushing him.

Shidou is the most dangerous champion in the kingdom, a legendary knight whom even the generals regard with caution.

He is the type of warrior who appears when the battle already seems lost.

Shidou doesn't fight for honor, glory, or money; he fights because he enjoys the fight.

For him, a duel against a strong opponent is the purest way to feel alive. While other soldiers discuss strategy, he smiles because he has finally found an opponent who can keep up with him.

He is impulsive, brazen, and completely unpredictable.

He can be laughing in the middle of a battle and, the next second, become the deadliest warrior on the field.

What would his relationship with King Sae be like?

Sae would probably find it unbearable.

It's too noisy.

He does not follow the protocol.

Ignore court etiquette.

However... I would also acknowledge that he is an extraordinary talent.

Shidou, for his part, would respect Sae because she is one of the few people capable of keeping a cool head even in chaos.

They wouldn't be friends in the traditional sense.

They would make an explosive working duo.

Imagine a scene:

General: "Your Majesty, the enemy has surrounded the castle!"

Sae: "Shidou."

Shidou: "Can I go out and have some fun now?"

Sae: "Don't destroy half the city."

Shidou: "I'm not promising anything."

And he would go out onto the battlefield laughing.

What would the kingdom think of him?

The nobles would consider him a savage.

The soldiers would see him as a legend.

His enemies would learn to recognize his name... and to fear him.

What would Sae think of him?

I think Sae would say something like:

"He's unbearable... but when it comes to fighting, there's no one better."

And, coming from someone as demanding as Sae, that would be a huge compliment.

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He simply doesn't know how to express that fear.

How would the kingdom view it?

The nobles would think that the king despises the prince.

The servants would believe that the brothers hated each other.

However, those who have known them since childhood would notice something curious.

Sae always knows where Rin is.

He always knows about their progress.

He always makes sure he has the best teachers, the best equipment, and the best protection.

He never says it.

He just does it.

The tragedy of their relationship is that they both care deeply for each other, but neither knows how to bridge the distance that has grown between them.

Rin interprets Sae's silence as rejection.

Sae interprets Rin's admiration as a chain that prevents her from growing.

And so, although they share the same blood and the same kingdom, they end up living like two stars in the same sky: always visible to each other, but separated by a distance that neither of them knows how to cross.

At first, Sae would have been a very protective older brother.

He would teach Rin how to ride a horse, how to use a sword, and how to read war maps. He wouldn't be particularly affectionate with hugs or sweet words, but he would spend a lot of time with him because, for Sae, teaching is a form of caring.

Rin would grow up admiring him.

Not only because he is the king or the heir, but because, in his eyes, Sae would be invincible.

The change

Everything would change when Sae traveled to other kingdoms.

There he would discover monarchs, strategists, and knights whose skill far surpassed anything he had ever known. He would understand that the world is much larger and more ruthless than he had imagined.

Upon his return, he would no longer be the same.

His manner of speaking would be colder.

More distant.

More demanding.

Not because he would stop loving Rin, but because he would feel that the little brother he knew was no longer enough to survive in that world.

Why would he walk away?

From the outside it would seem that he stopped loving Rin.

But, from Sae's perspective, the reasoning would be something like this:

"If he continues to depend on me, he will never be the ruler or the warrior this kingdom will need when I am gone."

So I would push him to grow up... in the worst possible way.

With harsh words. With criticism. From a distance.

I believe that pain forges leaders.

When they are together their conversations would be tense, Rin would try to prove that he is already worthy, Sae would respond by pointing out every mistake.

Not to humiliate him, but because he only corrects what he still sees potential in.

If I truly believed that Rin wasn't worth it... I would simply stop paying attention to her.

What I would never admit

If someone threatened Rin's life, Sae wouldn't hesitate.

It wouldn't matter if he had to mobilize the entire army or face the enemy himself.

Later, when Rin tried to thank her, Sae would probably respond with something like: "Don't confuse my duty with affection." But that phrase would conceal a much deeper truth. He couldn't bear to lose his brother. Simply no.

On his belt he would carry a sword of excellent craftsmanship, more as a symbol of responsibility than as an object to show off.

His cloak would be long and heavy, moving slowly as he walked, as if the kingdom itself were following in his footsteps.

Your presence What would be most memorable is not its beauty, but the feeling it leaves behind.

He's the kind of person who walks into a room and makes everyone stand up straight without anyone telling him to.

He doesn't speak loudly. There's no need to raise your voice. He does not intimidate through threats.

It simply conveys the certainty that he knows exactly who he is and what he will do next.

Her appearance would convey a restrained elegance rather than a conspicuous display.

Height and stature Sae would be a tall king, around 1.80 meters, with impeccable posture. He would walk slowly, unhurriedly, like someone who never needed to prove he was in control. His presence would cause conversations to quiet down before he even uttered a word.

Hair Her hair would still be a reddish-pink hue, short and slightly tousled, with strands falling naturally over her forehead. In a medieval kingdom, that shade would be so unusual that many would consider it a trait of an ancient royal family or even a blessing from the gods.

Eyes Her eyes are perhaps the most striking thing about her.

They are a deep turquoise green, cool, and very attentive. Their gaze is not aggressive, but analytical. When they observe someone, it gives the impression that they have already discovered their strengths, their weaknesses, and what they will do next.

It's rare to see him open his eyes wide. He usually maintains a relaxed, almost bored expression, which makes a slight smile or a small change in his gaze very significant.

Face She has a fine, well-defined face.

His jawline is elegant, his nose straight, and his lips thin. He doesn't smile often. His usual expression conveys calm, aloofness, and a confidence that never needs to turn into visible arrogance.

Constitution He would not have the bulky physique of a warrior who lives for hand-to-hand combat.

He would be athletic and streamlined. Muscles defined by consistent training, but without exaggeration. A body made for precise and efficient movement.

Dress like a king Instead of ornate armor or a huge crown, Sae would wear long robes in shades of white, black, deep blue, or emerald green, with discreet silver embroidery.

Her crown would be thin, almost minimalist. She doesn't need enormous jewels to command authority.

Sae's father died when he was very young, he ascended the throne at 14 years old. His mother is the only one still alive along with his uncle.

His uncle and mother joined forces to raise him to be a true heir, making him who he is. He has a brother, Prince Itoshi Rin, who is 2 years apart in age.

His mother did everything so that her son could reach the throne, so she is very serious and rigid since she doesn't want her sacrifices to be wasted, so she always has her eyes on Sae. Everyone respects her, maybe sometimes more than Sae himself. They call her "Queen Mother," and he remembers her as a witch who meddles where she's not wanted, but he respects her and defends her "whims." He never says her name, only "mother" or "Lady Itoshi."

He is not afraid to die.

Nor to lose a battle.

What would truly terrify him would be discovering that he made the wrong decision and doomed his kingdom by trusting the wrong person or by letting his emotions influence his judgment.

That's why he keeps his distance.

Proximity can cloud judgment.

And a king who hesitates... loses.

In a medieval world, Sae would be remembered as an ice monarch. Future generations would debate whether he was a tyrant or a genius. His enemies would call him ruthless. His allies would call him unsurpassed.

And he probably wouldn't answer either of them.

Because, in his mind, a king does not exist to be understood.

In a close relationship

If someone were to gain her trust, they would discover that Sae shows affection in subtle ways.

I would remember exactly what that person needs.

He would have his favorite horse prepared before a trip.

I would make sure the castle was secure before she arrived.

I would order that no problem should ever reach her.

I would never say:

"I need you."

But I would ask:

"Did you eat yet?"

Or it would simply appear when it was most needed.

For Sae, protecting is worth much more than talking.

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Sae is not lacking in feelings.

He simply learned to hide them so well that even he stopped paying attention to them.

When he is alone, he probably observes the kingdom from the balcony in silence.

Not because he doubts himself.

But because the burden of governing never disappears.

He just learned to carry it without anyone noticing.

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How he treats people

He is extremely observant.

You can look at someone for a few minutes and find out how capable they are.

It's not flattering.

It's no consolation.

He doesn't make empty promises.

If someone demonstrates talent, they earn respect.

If someone boasts without proving anything, they lose all interest.

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His mind works with logic rather than emotions.

When a counselor talks to her about compassion, Sae thinks about the consequences.

When a general talks to him about honor, Sae thinks about results.

He's not cruel for fun. He's pragmatic. If a painful decision saves the entire kingdom, he'll make it without hesitation.

While other kings ask: "What will my subjects feel?"

Sae would ask, "What is the right decision?"

Even if it makes them call him a monster.

He will accept opinions, but not those that are absurd according to his criteria.

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Seated on a white stone throne, he wears no enormous crown, for he needs no symbols to demonstrate authority. His mere presence brings the hall to a hush.

Sae would not be a beloved king. He would be a respected king.

He doesn't govern seeking the affection of his people or the approval of the nobility. He governs because he believes he is the one who can do it best. For him, the kingdom is a gigantic machine. Each person has a role, and if a part stops working... he replaces it.