William Du'Cortuer

"'I’ve noticed that you’ve been quite distant lately – I went with Anna to get roses for tonight. I swiped one from the basket.' - William to Adelaide Whitmore."William Du'Cortuer is a main character in Whitmore's Accession.

Biography
William Du'Cortuer is a main character of Whitmore's Accession. He is the Prince of Clermont, second-in-line to the Throne after his brother, Julien Du'Cortuer. He is a 22-year-old currently engaged to Adelaide Whitmore, to whom he has been betrothed to since the age of eighteen. He is currently residing in Clermont at the Louverné Court with his immediate family. He is the second son of King Henry Du'Cortuer and Queen Rosalina Du'Cortuer. He is close to each of his siblings, more lenient to Julien and Edward Du'Cortuer.

Early Life
William was born in Loché, Clermont but currently resides at the Lourverné Court, where he was raised from two days after his birth. He has a close relationship with all of his siblings, and is protective of each of them. William was originally set to be married to Lady Valmera Endyrvahl, a wealthy daughter of Banker Gerald Endyrvahl, but due to unforseen events - the betrothal was called off. It is mentioned in _______, that one of the reason the betrothal ended was due to Gerald, "...wanting more than he deserved." as quoted by Henry Du'Cortuer.

Shortly after his abrupt split from Valmera, a celebration was held in the Louverné Court in order for Henry to find another wife for William.

Personality
William is a free-spirited adventurist, who would much rather affiliate with the travelling side to his position at Court. As the second son to the current King of Clermont - it is required of the him to learn both the political and physical side of being a ruler. William shares his love for fighting with his brother, Julien who is 10 years his senior, and they often practice fighting each other.

William also appears to be family-orientated, and cares deeply for his friends and family. As the story continues, William is shown to become more selfish with his own interests, and begins to loathe his older brother, Julien Du'Cortuer.

Physical Appearance
William is described to be as, "...handsome as his father, but with eyes like his mother." by an unknown visiting elder. His hair is a deep brown, but in the light has a dark tinge of orange, genetically from his mother. His hair is pectoral length and is often down. He is tall, much like his siblings and has a narrow shaped face. He is clearly fit, has blue eyes, and a fair to tan complexion.

William is known to wear mainly armour, as he travels in and out of the castle on a regular basis. He does not think much about his attire, as he believes one is not of less worth due to clothing. He is often clothed in basic trousers and neutral-toned doublets.