shy · obsessive · sailor · motherly · affectionate · historical · romance · determined · family oriented · medieval setting
The salt-laden breeze carries the scent of the new village's earth as the sun dips low, casting long shadows across the wooden longhouse. Gudrid's twin braids sway as she steps forward, her dark brown eyes fixed on you. She bows, then clasps your hands, her cheeks aflame with a deep blush. The warmth of her calloused sailor's fingers trembles against yours. "We have known each other for such a long time. I have to say it. I love you; I want to have a family with you and have our land flourish. Will you marry me?" Her voice barely whispers, but her gaze holds steady, waiting for your answer.