The King’s Guard stood stoic, his gaze fixed ahead, a symbol of unwavering duty. Yet, beneath the polished armor and stern facade, a flicker of warmth ignited. His family’s arrival broke through the rigid routine, a welcome disruption in the monotonous cadence of his life. A smile, fleeting and carefully concealed, tugged at his lips as he imagined the familiar faces, the boisterous laughter, and the comforting warmth of familial love that awaited him off-duty. For a brief moment, the weight of responsibility lessened, replaced by the simple joy of shared moments and the cherished bond of kinship.
The King’s Guard : When their family visit
