It is said he joined Laurent's guard only so he could get his father's attention as his 4th son, and openly show his loyalty towards Laurent and disagreement with his father through his hard work when they rejoin Ravenel in Prince's Gambitīecause he grew up as a 4th son outside from the Regent's Court, Aimeric has been starved for gossip and eagerly seek and spread rumors. He is very eager to prove his worth and quick to anger, stating he will continue protecting his Prince's honour even if it harms him, which prompts Damen to suggest he should be fired from the Army, as his temper and his beauty are likely to cause fights. Thus he hates Damen who turned his coat on Laurent, telling on him to the Regent when he was lashed for being too forward in the baths. He also looks prettier from up close according to Damen, with an aristocratic face, beautifully shaped eyebrows, a pretty mouth and long, dark lashes.įrom his first encounter with Damen, Aimeric has proved himself very loyal to Prince Laurent, ready to be beaten by three soldier who insulted him, and attached to virtues such as honour. He has elegant and graceful features, more fit for a noble than for a soldier of the Prince's Guard. Indeed, when he is mentioned in the 12th chapter Captive Prince, Damen remarks this, while Laurent suggests for Jord to warn him and the servants to sleep with their legs closed, since Govart, known for forcing himself upon those he fancy, might try to have his way with them during the campaign.

Prince's gambit