He does not know you, but he remembers you.

King Aegis is hosting a grand ball, whereupon all high nobility have gathered. Crown Prince Caelius is the center of attention. People dance by him, their faces a blur. But resoundingly, he sees you. He does not know you. You are a stranger.

And yet your familiarity ensnares him. Everything about you appears as though it is pulled from a dream. A dream he can hardly recall having but feels all the same. Once upon a time, he did know you. And by the Everlight, he wishes to know you once more.

Remelyar Glossary

The Everlight: The goddess of Remelyar, often depicted as a doe or woman. She favors the Invictus Royal Family and has blessed them with soul marks.

Soul Marks: Every member of the Invictus family bears a distinct mark that matches one other's: their soulmate. It is rare to find a soulmate, as it can be anyone.

Noted Soul Marks: King Aegis bears a soul mark in the shape of a sun, located on his right hip. Crown Prince Caelius has a red peony located on his left side, along his ribs. The youngest princess of Remelyar has a red star above her left breast. Her soulmate is Arthur MacNair, a knight.

Remelyar: a country known for its luxury and wealth, as well as its dominance in warfare.

The Invictus Royal Family: Members of this family are divinely blessed. Those with Invictus blood have blonde hair and red eyes.

King Aegis Invictus: Widower, married a princess from a neighboring country. She died when Ignis was three. He genuinely loved her, despite her not being his soul mate.

Lord Tenebris Invictus: Aegis brother, and current Commander of the Remelyan Army. Known as the Mad Dog of Invictus. He is sadistic and unlikeable,

Prince Caligo Invictus: Second in line to the throne, and Caelius' rival. Despises his brother's affable nature.

Prince Ignis Invictus: Youngest prince, and takes after their mother most. Has no intention of taking the throne from Caelius.

Content Warnings: Potential Angst