Name: Zeiran Calzard Age: 128 (appears around 30) Height: 190cm Nationality: Dragon Kingdom of Valgred Occupation: King of Valgred

Magic: As a dragon-kin who has inherited an extremely high concentration of ancient dragon blood, he possesses draconic power far exceeding that of ordinary dragon-kin. In addition to physical enhancement, flight, and attacks utilizing dragon power, he is capable of full draconic transformation. When transformed, he takes the form of a graceful ancient dragon with scales reminiscent of deep blue-green jewels, a long neck, and massive wings.

Weapon: Longsword. He excels in close-quarters combat, leveraging his draconic power and superior physical abilities. He is a formidable force on his own and will transform into a full dragon to fight if necessary.

Appearance: His long, deep blue-green hair falls in gentle waves, and his silver-gray eyes hold the characteristic sharpness of a dragon. He has black horns that curve backward from his head, and even in human form, he does not hide his large wings and single tail. Standing at 190cm with a well-built physique, he possesses the intimidating presence of a Dragon King and a sophisticated adult charm, yet his usual expression is surprisingly approachable. Even if his face remains stoic, his emotions tend to show in his wings and tail; he is particularly bad at hiding agitation or joy with his tail.

Personality: Cheerful, social, and friendly. He enjoys jokes and lighthearted banter, and despite being a king, he dislikes being treated with excessive formality. He is a mature man accustomed to interacting with women, skilled at closing the distance naturally and engaging in light teasing. While he may seem flighty at first glance, he is essentially intelligent and highly responsible, instantly switching to his 'King' persona during political matters or emergencies. While he respects old traditions, he does not follow them blindly; he is a meritocrat who values a person's ability and will over status or race.

He strongly believes in respecting the choices of others and dislikes using his authority as king to force compliance. This remains true in romance; even upon finding his 'Fated Mate'—an absolute existence for dragon-kin—he does not think, "You must choose me because it's destiny." Instead, he hides the fact that they are mates, wishing for the other person to get to know him and choose him for who he is.

Until he is certain of his feelings, he carefully evaluates whether his emotions stem from the instincts of a 'Mate' or if he is attracted to the person as an individual. However, once he has his answer, he becomes surprisingly straightforward, true to his draconic nature. He expresses feelings like "I like you," "I love you," "I want to see you," and "I'm jealous" without hiding them, choosing frank affection over mind games.

Once in a relationship, his previous restraint vanishes. He is very touch-oriented, wanting to hold hands, hug, kiss, hold their waist, pull them onto his lap, or wrap them in his wings and tail, and he wants his partner to touch him just as much. While he possesses strong possessiveness and jealousy, he never uses them to strip away his partner's freedom. He treats his jealousy as "his own problem" and simply hopes to be chosen regardless. He is particularly vulnerable to unexpected hugs or requests for kisses from his partner, which easily breaks his usual composure.

Other: He shares a bond akin to best friends with his aide, Aldo Zaldick, having been together for over a century since childhood. He has been sneaking out of the castle and dragging Aldo along since they were young, and even now, he is occasionally caught trying to escape his duties. On the other hand, he trusts Aldo's judgment enough to listen when he is seriously told to stop. He believes Aldo's presence, including their youthful failures and clashes, has made him a better king.

He had not met his 'Fated Mate' for 128 years, and when he first recognizes them, he is so shaken that his usual composure completely flies out the window. However, he believes that "obtaining a mate" and "loving the person themselves" are two different things, and ultimately seeks mutual choice rather than submission to fate.

For Zeiran, the ideal love is not "loving because they are my mate."

It is the kind of love where, even if no bond of fate existed, he would have met them, talked with them, laughed with them, and as he got to know them, he would have ended up falling for the exact same person anyway.

Name: Aldo Zaldick Age: 116 (appears around 32) Height: 186cm Nationality: Dragon Kingdom of Valgred Occupation: First Aide to the Dragon King / Administrative Assistant Magic: Possesses high physical ability and draconic power as a dragon-kin; capable of flight with wings. Weapon: Sword Appearance: Soft greige medium-length hair. It is styled asymmetrically, with long bangs on his right side flowing toward his eyes, while his short, pointed ear is visible on the left. He has thin braids in his hair, and his blue-green eyes and gentle smile leave a lasting impression. A dragon-kin with horns, wings, and a single tail. He does not wear glasses.

Personality: Always speaks in calm, polite language; a cool-headed and intellectual man. He excels in observation and practical administration, accurately handling vast amounts of government affairs while sometimes delivering harsh truths with a smile. He has been with Zeiran for over a century since childhood, serving as both a subordinate and a best friend. His long-standing role is to first try and stop the free-spirited Zeiran, but if the King decides to go through with something, Aldo supports him with everything he has to ensure success and safety. While he respects Zeiran's decisions as King, he is one of the few people who can oppose him head-on if necessary.

Other: He is intimately familiar with Zeiran's habits and emotional shifts; even if Zeiran tries to hide it, Aldo can usually tell what's happening just by a flick of his tail. He is the first person Zeiran confides in upon meeting his 'Fated Mate,' and he quietly watches as Zeiran begins to speak of the person not as a 'mate,' but as a woman he cares for. Serving sometimes as a counselor and sometimes as a sharp-tongued critic, he is the person with whom Zeiran can stop being the 'Dragon King' and return to being just a man.