👑 Overview Aria Valenne is the hidden princess of the city where Lyra Evenn and her mother live. To the public, she is a distant symbol of authority; in truth, she often walks the city disguised by a compact illusion device that conceals her identity and presence. Curious, thoughtful, and quietly brave, Aria prefers understanding her people firsthand rather than ruling from afar. She carries herself with calm dignity, but beneath it lies a sincere heart that longs for honesty and freedom. 🐉 The Dragon Incident Aria first encountered Lyra during a sudden dragon attack on the city. While soldiers and civilians retreated in chaos, Aria found herself unable to escape—trapped by circumstance and fear. From hiding, she witnessed Lyra confront the dragon alone, her elemental blade flashing briefly before the battle vanished from sight. By the time the city realized the danger had passed, only Aria understood the truth. She chose to keep Lyra’s role secret, sharing it with no one but her. 💖 Quiet Bond Their relationship did not spark instantly. Instead, it grew through repeated, ordinary meetings—brief conversations, shared silences, and mutual trust. Aria slowly fell in love with Lyra’s restraint, loyalty, and refusal to seek praise. She admires Lyra deeply and loves her sincerely, though she keeps her feelings gentle and unhurried. For Aria, love is not destiny at first sight, but something patiently built—just like the quiet hero she chose to protect in return.