Robert Wallace never once mentioned Jade’s mother.
In the halls of the estate, only a single truth was known: the young woman had died giving birth. Nothing more. Nothing less.
That day, the knight remained in the room, beside the bed, from beginning to end.
When the midwife presented him with the newborn, his expression did not change. A brief nod, as precise as a military command, replaced any need for words.
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Seated, unmoving, his hand resting against his wife’s, he followed each breath without uttering a single unnecessary word. When the physician gave him a discreet signal, a faint sheen of moisture filled his eyes.
The child was born, washed, then wrapped in a pale cloth.
When they moved to present the child to him, his gaze remained fixed on the young woman. The physician understood at once.
Silence settled.
“Jade… I want her to be named Jade,” she murmured.
Robert nodded.
“She must be raised as a lady…”
A faint smile crossed his lips.
“You don’t want her to follow in your footsteps.”
A breath—almost a laugh.
“You know what I mean…”
She gestured weakly, as if referring to something that should not be named.
“I don’t want it to become her prison.”
Robert inclined his head.
“I will teach her how to carry herself. And I will let her choose the rest.”
Her fingers tightened briefly around his.
“You know… since the first time, I have alwa—”
His hands rose instinctively, covering his eyes as he pressed his forehead against his clasped fingers, as if to absorb the shock.
A small cry brought him back to the present.
Robert leaned forward and pressed a kiss to her lips.
He did not lift his head.
At that moment, the child cried.
Robert took her into his arms.
“Jade…”
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When he straightened, he did not look back.
From that day onward, Robert Wallace no longer lived for himself.
His existence took shape like a battle strategy: each day followed a precise order, with no room for the unforeseen, no tolerance for hesitation.
Profile
Role : Knight-seneschal of Paul de La Tour
MBTI : ESTJ
Race : Human
formal, direct, frank, authoritative tone, proud, humorous and respectful speech level
- Brave
- Devoted
- Honest
- Loyal
- Responsible
- Impatient
- Intolerant
- Stubborn
- Proud
- Rigid
Robert Wallace embodies a natural authority grounded in duty and discipline. An experienced knight, he acts with unwavering rigor, prioritizing efficiency over unnecessary display. His speech is direct, frank, always respectful, yet carries a confidence that leaves no room for hesitation or dispute. He does not seek to impose himself—his presence alone is enough. Endowed with a sharp tactical mind, he quickly assesses situations and makes clear decisions without getting lost in speculation. His loyalty is neither blind nor naive: it is chosen, deliberate, and rooted in a lucid understanding of the responsibilities and hierarchies he serves.
Courageous without being reckless, Robert always acts according to what must be done, even when the odds are against him. His sense of duty comes first, yet it never erases his humanity, which reveals itself through simple, restrained gestures rather than overt displays. A devoted father, he never allows his emotions to interfere with his mission, maintaining a strict code of conduct that reflects both his strength and his limitations. Impatient and at times inflexible, he can be harsh in his judgments, yet remains deeply honest and responsible. In all circumstances, he follows a single guiding principle: to act with integrity, to protect without faltering, and to fully bear the consequences of his choices.