𝔡𝔯𝔢𝔞𝔪𝔠𝔞𝔱𝔠𝔥𝔢𝔯

she who's the jewel of korea

[arcanglsofpiri]

Eunae wanted to sit down on the grass,  to feel it in her hands. She had no care for appereance. But the scowl and lecture from her father; the emperor, is something she doesn't feel like going through. "Home is very beautful. I suggest visiting in the summertime. I hope that you get to, one day." Letting out a content sigh as the breeze went by. "I hope it continues to do so as you grow older. Where else have you been?"

[arcanglsofpiri]

The different languages that Eunae could speak and understand well was English. Her delicate facial features brightening as the princess gave the royal seamstress one of her famous smiles. Sweet smile perfectly painted onto her rosy lips. "Thank you very much, my home's beauty isn't at full bloom yet. You should visit during the summer."

"It is a pleasure to make your acquaintance, Alina. I am Princess Eunae; your country is beautiful as well." She nodded. "Visited your home a month ago. I always enjoy my time there." The princess often accompanied her father whenever he visited the west.

"The clothing that you and the women wear there is breathtaking." Eunae found her home's fashion gorgeous as well. But the differences between the two is large. "How long have you been a seamstress for?"

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@plvtcnian

~ location: korea

Springs in Korea often change around this time. Like many other countires around this time. Changing from chilly to warm; no matter the tempature, the skies were always crystal-clear and blue. Today was a clear cold day, not a day that one would want to entertain vistors. Not that she didnt want to. During days like this, the princess felt under the weather. 

Eunae brewed black-tea for her guest, it as needed on this cold day. Handing the brunette in front of her a white porcelain cup filled with hot black tea. "Chilly today isn't it?" 

[arcanglsofpiri]

Sometimes eunae felt trapped, smothered in her own home. Eyes always looking at her, analyzing her, some pitying her for her health, some judging her; a woman her age still unwed. She felt their eyes staring her down at times. Not all of them but she could feel the eyes on her. Believing she deserved it most of the time. Maybe there was something wrong with her? Chest tightening from the suffocation of judgemental looks. During the times when it became too much, she snuck out of the palace, to the village next to her home. 

Dark night colored hair left down, she styled her hair plainly. Her hanbok loose-fitting, dark green colored. Many peasants do not know what she looks like. But she did not want to bring any attention to herself. Head lowered down refusing to look anyone in the eye. 

"Pardon me, just trying to pass by. Doing her best not to look the foreigner in the eye." She looked somewhat familiar.

@crwnsown

~ location: korea

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@svalaofnorway​

~ location: norway

The second princess didn't know much about Norway; much is an understatement. She didn't know anything at all. She found their history, language, and culture so mysterious. She was overjoyed to hear that she accompany her father there during his visit. She did not know for the reason but she imagined it was for business, as always.

 Her father was always all business. "Never thought anything could be as beautiful as home," eunae commented on the view in front of her, completely in awe. Before she left Korean she did her best to learn the language best she could.

[arcanglsofpiri]

@evanderofscots‌

~ location: scotland

It would be the first time Eunae been in Scotland. She didn't go with her father the first time he went. She had heard from her father the gossip of the west; mainly about the new prince. The emperor brought over his children. The princess-like her other siblings went off on her own in the castle.

The second princess was in awe with the architecture of the castle. Was much different than the palace back home. Shivering, holding onto herself from the cold. Not even her heavy hanbok could keep her warm.

Wandering around the courtyard mindlessly strolling around. Eunae lost in thought, as always. The second princess not even seeing the man very clearly in front of her. Bumping into him, blinking her brown doe eyes, coming back to reality. "I am so sorry. I wasn't paying attention," she apologized, giving the man a small pout.

[arcanglsofpiri]

@silkenrobed

~ location: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Korea

The Mughal Empire and its royal family were a mystery to Eunae as well as her father, Emperor Seo. Her father inviting the emperor, consorts, and children over to their home, the Gyeongbokgung Palace. The royal family had a month to prepare for their guests. Eunae's father saw this as a way to gain another ally.

It frustrated her to no end, believing that they shouldn't be invited over just for business. She hated the politics, the game in all of this. Hidden daggers, wicked hearts is what she called it. Her thoughts on this were not hidden. Much to the annoyance of the Emperor and Empress Consort.  Their fifth child, second princess; living in the world of her own. 

Weeks go by she prepped herself for the royal family. Eunae was a studious considerate person. With and without a tutor, she dove in doing her best to learn their language. Yes, there would be translators for both families. But eunae wanted to communicate with them as best she can. She wanted to make an effort as much effort she put in learning english, italian, french, and mandarin.

The meeting between the royal families was going well so far. Emperors talking business while the rest of the family were off socializing. Eunae made sure that her appearance was acceptable. Her long dark brown hair pinned up. Gold gem-encrusted crown complementing the darkness of her hair. Her warm-colored hanbok was modestly loose yet still flattering. "How was the journey here? I hope that we didn't cause trouble for you or your family." Inquiring to the man closest to her. Her voice matched her; light and sweet.

[arcanglsofpiri]

@fiirewithin​

~ location: beijing, china

Visits solely for nothing but personal relationships aren't what the princess is used to. Nor was it in the norm for her highness to travel alone, this trip she'll be accompanied by four of the royal guard. Here she was in The Forbidden City in Beijing, China. She and princess Mei-Lien befriended one another after their fathers agreed to trade six months ago. Eunae found a friend in Mei. Her ambition, her refusal to back down truly amazed the korean princess.

Warm beautiful doe brown eyes brightened soon as her dear friend appeared in front of her. Eunae couldn't hide her excitment. Rushing to Mei, wrapping her arms around the woman. Her friendliness getting strange looks from the concubines and maids. This did not bother eunae, she never cared if she did things that were peculiar to others, never did. Her oversized purple sleeves from her hanbok getting in the way of their embrace. "How have you been, mei?" asking about her friend's wellbeing in mandarin.

[arcanglsofpiri]

It’s  been a quiet uneventful day. Eunae and the rest of her family recently returning from their travels in England and Italy. The Emperor in a meeting with the State Council and a visitor. The rest of the family off focusing on their own duties, except for the princess. She felt unwell this morning. Despite her protests to her mother, she had to stay inside. She hated how she was treated like a porcelain doll. She understands it isn't in any way to insult her.  But it made her feel like she can't do anything on her own. That she must sit to the side. 

Letting out a deep sigh, walking mindlessly through the gardens. The arrival of foreign visitors moved the staff's usual schedule. She along with one guard were around. Eunae didn't mind that at all. Often lost in her own thoughts, she didn't pay attention to the world around her. 

Staring into the water, unaware of the person standing next to her. Once she finally came to, out of the corner of her eye realizing that they were next to her. How long has it been since they stood there in silence? She isn't one to ignore someone on purpose, it's rude. "Nice day isn't it? I'm sorry for not greeting you earlier." Eunae apologizing, turning her body towards them, facing them. "First time here?"  

location: hamhung royal villa, korea

[nicolos]

[arcanglsofpiri]

( LEE JIEUN, SHE/HER, CISFEMALE ) HEAR YE, HEAR YE! Allow me to introduce EUNAE SEO of KOREA. The 25 year old PRINCESS is known to be KIND and LOYAL, but rumors about court claim SHE can be NAIVE and ALOOF when crossed. Only time will tell where their interests belong. 

Penned by EMILIE ( est + 23 + she/her )

THE BASICS

Name: Eunae Seo

Age: 25

General physical description: Slim figure, short (5'4"), long dark brown hair, brown eyes, pale skin; sometimes tan when she gets to do outdoor activities

Hometown: Hamheung, in the northeast of Hamkyeong Province, Korea. Now lives in Seoul with the rest of the royal family. 

Type of home: Gyeongbokgung Palace,  the main royal and largest palace, it is located in northern Seoul, South Korea. 

Relationship status: Single, unmarried; formerly engaged (her fiancee passed away)

Current family: The Royal Family: Seo  

Family background (parents, previous marriages, etc.): Eunae is the youngest daughter and last child of the empress consort. She's the fifth child of the emperor, her father's royal consort gave birth to three children; giving eunae one half-brother and two half-sisters. Eunae's childhood was isolated, mainly stayed inside, as she was often sick; even barely having enough strength to move. She's only been healthy enough to move around more and go outside to socialize, which has been two years now. She does have flares from time to time and stays inside the palace. She's been in an arranged engagement in the past around the same time when her health started to get better to a noble from a different kingdom. However, it has been called off due to the noble's death a year ago. The emperor is now looking for another suitor for his withered flowered daughter.

Friends: Isn't exactly shy, she can make friendships as well as the means to obtain them. There's a few that she'd consider her closest friends, but is always willing to open up her circle. She doesn't believe in treating anyone no matter their status badly. Giving everyone the benefit of the doubt. She believes that there's always good in anyone.

Other close relationships: Eunae is close to her family; even her father's royal consort. There is some awkwardness towards her younger siblings since she wasn't around much during their upbringing. She's currently working on building a close bond with them.

Relationship with men: Polite and doesn't speak unless spoken to. She doesn't shy away from men, can hold a conversation. She does not blurt out things that would be considered inappropriate.  

Relationship with women: Eunae is a lot more comfortable with women. Will be respectful to all kinds of different women, but mainly befriends the ones that speak their mind or are open-minded. She has a closer connection to girls that are described as "head in the clouds."

Job: Princess of Korea

Dress style: Hanbok that varies in colors and either loose or somewhat form sitting in the waist. Would like to wear western clothing, if she ever gets the chance to.

A BRIEF LOOK

Religion: Confucianism (state ideology) Buddhism

Attitude to religion: Follows it. Is curious about other religions.

Favorite pastimes: Writing poetry, strolling through the garden, daydreaming, learning and questioning about whatever she finds interesting, studying new languages (knows english, italian, french, mandarin)

Hobbies: Sowing, cooking, writing, painting, reading, singing, daydreaming, archery, philosophy, playing the geomungo

Favorite foods: Janggukjuk domimyeon, saengchi mandu, jogaejeon  

PERSONALITY

Strongest positive personality trait: Kindness. Often places the needs of others above her own, becoming apologetic when she feels she has let someone down. She hides her feelings of fear and sadness while encouraging her friends and family to express themselves in her place. She is willing to carry others' burdens and be willing to sacrifice everything, giving up chances for her own happiness if it means helping others.

Strongest negative personality trait: Naivety. She is extremely firm in her beliefs and though does have an open mind to any beliefs. Believes that everyone has good in them, that all can do the right thing or get a chance at redemption. Easily swayed by a sob story albeit it real or fake.

Sense of humor: She laughs at jokes if they are funny and appropriate for the place and time. Does harmless pranks on her family.

Temper: Very patient. It takes a lot to get underneath her skin.

Consideration for others: Cares and thinks about others than herself. Even when she isn't feeling well.

How other people see her: She's coddled and treated like a fragile doll by her family. Nobles describe her as "polite" and "soft-spoken", many wish to see her around more to get to know her better. The staff appreciates her gentleness towards them. Not once even raising her voice at them. Commoners don't know much about the princess. The rare sightings of her, she's always kind. Reading poems and stories to the children.

Opinion of herself: She's proud to call herself a dreamer. That she doesn't believe in just one possibility. That there will never be just one option in life. Everyone deserves happiness.

Other traits, especially those to be brought out in story: She has to start asserting herself into discussions. She is meek at times. 

AN ENDING

Ambitions: To one day help others see things differently. To know that there are different meanings and views in life. She also wishes to become a poet one day.

Philosophy of life: “A tree is a seed that never gave up on its dream to flourish.”

Most important thing to know about this character: She is a gentle woman that values kindness, loyalty and different perspectives. Eunae is a sweet soul, is easily tricked. She might seem like a pushover now but if should anyone harm her family. She will not show such kindness.