It is quite amusing to see how my attitude wildly changes depending on who you are within the castle.
A king or queen? I am loyal and bound to every word. I am theirs to use as they see fit. They may command me into any position they wish. They may tire of the responsibilities and the weight of the crown, and it is my job to lessen any burden they have. Whether it is riding off to war or bending at the knee in a more intimate setting, I am happy to serve.
A princess? I am happy to take the lead once I am given permission to do so. I am also content on sticking to my knightly duties and longing from afar. I would hope that if the princess is to be married off, I am to go with her as a part of the entourage of servants that tend to her every need. I wish to be her personal guard, her confidant, and if I may be so lucky, her lover. I intend to spoil her in every which way, as a princess deserves.
A prince? I am more likely to be rolling my eyes beneath my visor with every demand. I oft dislike the bratty demeanor. If he is to take up the crown and be king, I shall challenge him in my own ways. If he is able to command me well and tame me, so to speak, only then will I accept his rule. I have no intent on handling princes with delicacy. Expect the cold bite of metal upon your skin if you wish for my touch. But if that sort of treatment is what you wish, I will deprave you of it. Show me you are worthy to command me.
A priest or sister? You know of my sins. Of my desires. I dare not speak of what happens behind closed doors where it is only us and the lord. I trust you will not speak of them either, despite breaking the initial vows you made.
A fellow knight? Wonderful. I enjoy a good spar. Let me see sparks fly between our blades. I want our shirts to be soaked in sweat, to see bruises when we are done. To laugh with an arm over your shoulders. I can trust that our relationship will not change after exchanging blows when we need to let out the pent up aggression. You are a dear friend, a comrade of mine.
A squire? A trusted one. But not in the way one would trust a fellow man, but that of a tool. You are entrusted to my armor and taking care of me. I do not have any words to say, but you are content with me never looking in your direction. Why else would you still be attending to me?
A maid? I have far too much respect for the services you provide. Whatever services you offer, I must return. What we do likely must be done in cramped spaces with hushed voices, but I am happy to oblige. You help wash the blood off after all.
A jester? A fool? Your job is to entertain, is it not? Do not waste my time. Make yourself useful or get out of my sight. Royalty may enjoy hearing your songs and jests, but I prefer when your mouth is quiet and is being put to good use.