Short Fiction · Character
Maximilian
A minor male character with a European name.
minor
First appearance: short fiction
Maximilian shows up with force in The Sweet-Scented Name. The page is where that presence becomes real.
The prince who loves the princess and searches the world for a sweet-smelling name.
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Character groups
- Noble and romantic leads
- Protagonist
- Recurring domestic characters
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