A/N: This is a running chapter for the story just so you won't get lost who is playing who. I'll periodically edit this as I add more and more chapters to the story. :) Hopefully, I'd get to "Complete" this entire thing. :)
If you don't want info, then please skip this; the story begins in the succeeding chapter :).
CHARACTERS
Mamori Anezaki
A beautiful and witty aristocrat, daughter and heiress of the Lord Shouji. Having traveled the globe and acquiring an education, all thoughts of marriage have been blurred from her mind. Men have come begging for her hand yet she dismisses them all saying that her 'prince' is yet to come. No one has matched her fiery spirit. No one has yet made her feel like a woman. No one has ever touched and aroused the deepest parts of her soul... until...
Youichi Hiruma
A man, no, a beast destined for the gallows. Not much is known about him, only that his family name is very much like the surname of the most wealthy family in Christmas Bowl Country. It is for this reason that Lady Anezaki, chose him. Appearing to him like some sort of angel, he knew right away he could use this 'fucking woman.' But after their first encounter, he slowly realizes that he enjoys seeing her all riled up. He has set his eyes on a target. Interesting... he says...
- The Shoji Manor -
Shouji Anezaki
He is the wealthiest man on the little island called Deimon. Having suffered a poor life, he has worked hard to lift his family from the ground. Years of toil and perseverance have earned him the title 'Lord.' Because of his efforts, the island is soon progressing into a more prosperous economic zone. All was well. The only problem now is... his only daughter refuses to marry and give him a grandchild! But by dammit, he will have her wed. Whether she would like it or not.
Musashi
His history is a memory best forgotten, even his name is shrouded in mystery as he is known only by the name 'Musashi'. Shouji found him on the outskirts of the island. He was offered a job of protecting the most spunky princess he would ever encounter. Since then, he made it his personal quest to protect both Anezakis, both who have given him back his life.
Koharu Wakana
Mamori's gentle chambermaid. She suffers from extreme loyalty to the the White Knights as well as to her young Lady. Although there are times when she cannot comprehend Mamori's feisty spasms, she looks up to her, as a strong girl she hopes to be in the future.
- The White Knights -
Ichiro Takami
A ruthless and calculating young man, he functions as the right hand of Lord Shouji. He is in charge of towing new workers for his squire's estate, as well as captain of the White Knights (defense of Deimon).
- Others -
Sena Kobayakawa
A squeaky little pipsqueak that Youichi Hiruma met in the gallows. He seems as if he were a regular slave who could not pay his debt, but Hiruma instantly realizes that all is not what it seems to be.
Habashira Rui
A greedy and vicious man who watches over The Fort. Because he is ruthless, he has kept all the other prisoners in line...all...except for Youichi Hiruma.
PLACES
Christmas Bowl Country
It is the largest, wealthiest country in the world, center of the galleon trade, and place where political congregations are held. But the most famous thing about the country, is that every December 25th, a spectacular game is held at The Dome.
Deimon
A quiet little island to the far west of Christmas Bowl Country. The inhabitants here are peaceful and are enjoying the leadership of their Lord Shouji. No uprising has been held in his term, especially since Lady Mamori is always out to make people more comfortable.
Zokugaku
An island known for its high crime rates and shady villains. Everyone is told to stay away. Everyone heeded that order... except for our strong-willed heroine.
The Fort
A fortress for prisoners in the island of Zokugaku. It houses the most evil men in the world who are about to face their death. It is where Lady Mamori and Youichi first meet.