OVA
Description
Alan Stuart, fourth prince of the Solsie Kingdom and fraternal twin to Geordo Stuart, shares a birthday on August 20 under the zodiac sign Leo. His silver-gray hair falls in long, spiky bangs, framing blue eyes that mirror his brother’s, though his disheveled appearance starkly contrasts Geordo’s polished grace. Childhood frailty until age five seeded lasting self-doubt, amplified by relentless comparisons to Geordo’s academic and swordsmanship prowess. This rivalry forged a competitive streak marred by self-deprecation, as Alan internalized the belief he could never surpass his sibling.

Engaged to noblewoman Mary Hunt—his designated rival in the otome game *Fortune Lover*—Alan’s path diverges when interactions with Catarina Claes disrupt the game’s script. A childhood tree-climbing contest sparks a playful yet persistent rivalry with her, evolving into mutual respect. Guided by Catarina’s blunt influence and Mary’s subtle nudges, Alan uncovers his musical genius, mastering piano and violin to earn acclaim as “a child of the god of music.”

Confronting his inferiority complex, Alan gradually recognizes Geordo’s hidden vulnerabilities, transforming their rivalry into mutual respect. Though romantic feelings for Catarina surface, he prioritizes noble propriety, suppressing them out of deference to her engagement with Geordo. His emotional maturity crystallizes late, emerging fully during a desperate bid to shield Catarina from dark magic’s grip.

Beyond romantic entanglements, Alan collaborates with Mary to temper Geordo’s impulsiveness regarding Catarina. His journey from insecurity to self-assurance hinges on musical triumphs that garner public adoration—a stark contrast to his game counterpart, who fixates on academic rivalry and never discovers his artistic gift. Distant familial ties to the Claes lineage and a water magic affinity receive minimal narrative focus, anchoring his growth firmly within the main series as he sheds comparisons to embrace his individuality.