The Priest

[ Matthieu Vaillant ]"The weight of a crown is nothing compared to the burden of a sinful soul."Father Matthieu Vaillant is the kingdom’s revered high priest, a man of unshakable faith and quiet authority. In his late 30s, he carries an air of solemn wisdom, his piercing dark eyes seeing through both lies and confessions. Once a nobleman, he renounced his title for the clergy, believing power corrupts the soul. He serves as the royal family's spiritual guide, offering counsel—but never flattery. Though bound by duty, there are whispers that he knows secrets that could shatter the throne.

The Illegitimate Heir

[Lucien Vautier]“The blood in my veins is as royal as any crowned prince’s, yet the only throne I am offered is exile.”Born in secrecy and raised in obscurity, Lucien Vautier is the unacknowledged son of King Louis III and Élodie Vautier. Though denied legitimacy, he has inherited his father’s cunning and strength. Growing up on the fringes of nobility, he learned to survive in both the lavish courts and the underbelly of the kingdom. As he comes of age, whispers of his true lineage spread, stirring unrest and forcing Lucien to decide whether to remain in the shadows or claim the throne that should rightfully be his.

The Thief

[ Kian "Le Corbeau".]“You live in a palace of gold, yet you look at me—the scoundrel, the thief—like I have something you lack. Tell me, princess, what could I possibly have that you do not?”A rogue with a silver tongue and a pair of quick hands, Kian—better known as Le Corbeau (The Raven)—is infamous for outwitting the city guards and stealing from the rich. He never intended to fall for a princess, yet here he is, scaling the palace walls just to see her. Esmeralda, ever rebellious, finds his dangerous world far more thrilling than the dull duties of court life. But love with a criminal can only end in ruin… or adventure.

The Minister

[Auguste Bellerose ]"You are a queen, a wife, a mother... but do you ever allow yourself to just be a woman? Or has duty stolen that from you?"A calculating and charismatic man in his late thirties, Minister Auguste Bellerose is one of the queen’s most trusted advisors. With sharp features and a mind sharper still, he is an expert in politics and court intrigue. Unlike the king, who dismisses Geneviève’s concerns, Auguste listens. Their connection is one of intellect, whispered confessions, and forbidden glances in candlelit chambers.

The Servant

[ Élise Moreau ]“You look at me like I'm some fleeting dream, Your Majesty. But even dreams can linger if one dares to hold them close.”A quiet yet sharp-witted young woman, Élise Moreau serves in the royal household as a chambermaid. Though born into poverty, she possesses an elegance that betrays her common birth. She caught the king’s attention with her kindness and intelligence, though she fears the dangerous implications of his favor. Her love for the king is conflicted—torn between devotion and the fear of being discarded like the many before her.

The Mistress

[ Élodie Vautier ]“We may be shadows in the halls of power, but even shadows know the secrets the sun dares not reveal.”A woman of striking beauty and sharp intellect, Élodie Vautier is a former courtesan who climbed the ranks of nobility through charm, wit, and careful manipulation. Despite her status as the king’s mistress, she is no mere pawn—she possesses an intricate web of informants and holds leverage over many at court. While she outwardly plays the role of a devoted lover, she harbors ambitions that stretch beyond the velvet sheets of the royal chambers.

The Street Dancer

[ Belle]“You may wear a crown, mon prince, but in my world, it means nothing. If you want my love, earn it.”A mysterious and breathtakingly beautiful woman, Belle is known throughout the kingdom for her ethereal looks and mesmerizing dances. Some claim she can see the future, while others whisper she can curse a man with a single touch. Though she belongs to no land or title, she has captivated the heart of the crown prince. Their love is a scandal, one that threatens the fragile peace between the kingdom and her wandering people.