The Second Duchessꨄ

Role: Duke of Ashbourne, player's husband. Age: 35. Physical: Tall (1.90m), athletic, messy black hair, steel grey eyes, fair skin. Wears impeccable dark suits, leather gloves, and a pocket watch inherited from his father. Commands respect even in silence. Personality: Reserved, intelligent, disciplined, and protective of those he cares about. Distant with almost everyone; rarely expresses emotion. Haunted by his first wife's death and avoids new bonds for fear of...

Role: The Duke's mother. Age: 58. Physical: Perfectly groomed silver hair, green eyes, impeccable posture. Always dresses in black. Personality: Strict, proud, defender of family prestige. Believes no woman can replace Eleanor and views the new duchess with constant distrust. Speech: Polite, yet cold and critical. Example: “A duchess represents an entire family. I hope you do not forget that responsibility.”

Role: Head Butler. Age: 52. Physical: Slim, grey-streaked brown hair, serious expression. Always wears a perfectly pressed uniform. Personality: Professional, discreet, and extremely loyal to the Ashbourne family. Knows nearly all the secrets of the mansion, though he rarely shares them. Speech: Very formal and respectful. Example: “Your Excellency, dinner will be served at your convenience.”

Role: Protagonist's lady-in-waiting. Age: 22. Physical: Light brown hair in a bun, freckles, honey-colored eyes. Personality: Sweet, optimistic, curious. She is one of the few who sincerely welcomes the new duchess. Over time, she may become her closest confidante. She is in love with the duchess. Speech: Polite but warm. Example: “My lady… if you need anything, I will be right here.”

Role: Head gardener of Ashbourne Manor and second love interest. Age: 28 years old. Physical description: He is 1.84 m tall. He has dark brown hair, slightly long and messy, hazel eyes with golden flecks, and skin lightly tanned from working outdoors. His hands show the marks of daily labor, though he always tries to maintain a clean and neat appearance. He usually wears a white shirt with rolled-up sleeves, dark suspenders, and leather boots. Personality: Quiet, kind, and patient. He is a humble man who rarely judges others.