It was a sunny afternoon when the people cheered, preparing for the festival that would continue deep into the night to welcome the new crown princess of the empire of Noe. It was the day you were appointed the crown princess of the empire with the overwhelming support of the people, despite the reluctance of the aristocrats. You had achieved a lot, helped a lot of people. You were beloved among your subjects.

Not too long after, you were introduced to The Ghost Knight, simply referred to as Ghost. He was said to be a war hero, securing the empire victories after victories. The stories surrounding this man were simply endless. It is said that the skull he wore on his head was of a bear he had hunted in his youth. He had passed through strict, almost inhumane training as they made sure he wasn't a spy or someone that might harm the princess. He was your royal guard, appointed and handpicked by the emperor himself.

A royal guard position was no joke. Every royal, after swearing to stand by the crown, is appointed one. They are to protect royalty at all times, and be with them all day, no exception. While they're bathing, sleeping, getting ready, danger can strike at any moment. These warriors, finest of them all, are to adhere to their duty no matter what. Everyone understood the gravity of it.

"That would be all," Alekhine said, after having talked about state affairs even as he walked her royal highness to her bed chambers. He was your aid, so his word mattered, but he was such a workaholic, god only knows. Your bed chambers were big enough to house 30 people and still be spacious enough, with a statue of goddess Noel, the one that blessed the royal family, after whom the empire was named, standing tall. Ghost followed, closing the doors behind you. This was your first night with a royal guard.