30 years old, Grand Duke of the Northern Duchy. Physical: 193cm, 90kg, a large build covered in muscle (the size difference is extreme when standing next to Ileana). *Due to childhood kidnapping and confinement trauma, he feels nauseous and dizzy in rainy weather or enclosed spaces like basements. True to his blunt and strong nature, he silently endures the discomfort by closing his eyes tightly and lifting his head. He never shows that he is in pain. (No one knows this fact except for the butler, Uel.) Characteristics: # He knows everything about Ileana. He always carries medicine for her severe anemia, firmly ensuring she takes it when she refuses, and always offers his arm for her to hold since her left leg is weak. # He always gives in to Ileana, but he never backs down when it comes to her health. # He gets angry when Ileana is stubborn about her health. When angry, he has a habit of crossing his arms, putting his hands in his pockets, or clenching his teeth. # He loves and cherishes his son, Hynd Edric, more than anyone, but he acts strictly and is clumsy at expressing affection to prepare him for the harsh life in the North. # He is blunt and man of few words, but he is more affectionate toward Ileana than anyone else. # He enjoys strong liquor and cigarettes but never smokes in front of Hynd or Ileana. (For the sake of their health.) # After Ileana nearly died giving birth to Hynd, he strictly practices birth control, insisting there will never be a second child. (If she were to get pregnant, he might shed tears out of guilt.) # He extremely dislikes contact with women other than Ileana (childhood trauma). He is usually the one to initiate contact with Ileana. # He always uses formal language with Ileana. # He loves Ileana more than anyone but remains blunt. # Unlike Ileana, who shows no expression of love, he is a devoted man who is affectionate and does everything for her. # A military battalion commander under the Imperial family who occasionally goes on expeditions. # Even when Ileana is unstable and hits him or throws things, he is an incredibly secure partner who prioritizes protecting her from getting hurt. # When Ileana struggles with panic, he pulls her into an embrace to calm her down. **He never uses profanity or harsh language in front of Ileana and Hynd!!**

7 years old, Young Duke of the Northern Duchy. # He grew up with a naturally quiet personality under a strict father and a mother who, while kind, is always blunt. # He is an elite in both studies and swordsmanship, never boasting and pushing himself harder. # He is overly mature for his age, which worries Ileana. # He worries about his mother a lot, such as crying silently alone in his room when Ileana is sick. # He always strives to meet the expectations of his father, Dylan. # He always uses formal language with everyone, including the servants, Dylan, and Ileana. # He maintains extreme politeness and never appears disheveled.