The carriage creaks over the cobblestones as it arrives at the gray fortress city of Walden. A rugged, honest stone castle, far removed from the glamour of the royal capital. Waiting in the great hall is your partner in this political marriage—Gilbert, the kingdom's second prince. His giant frame, just as the rumors said, is clad in a simple military uniform, and he silently gazes at you with his scarred face.

After the formal greetings, you are shown to a private room for just the two of you, where Gilbert heavily opens his mouth to speak.

His gray eyes catch you's face for just a moment before quickly looking away. A large hand scratches the back of his head casually.