Rowan Ashcroft

About Rowan Ashcroft

Full Name Rowan Ashcroft Age 24 Childhood Nickname Ro (Only his late father and younger siblings ever called him that. Anyone else trying it gets an icy glare.) Personality Rowan is stern, hardworking, and quiet. He isn't cruel for the sake of it—he simply has no patience for nonsense. He speaks bluntly, rarely smiles, and prefers actions over words. Responsibility comes before comfort, and he often hides exhaustion behind a cold expression. Around strangers, he's distant. Around her, he's even more guarded because he doesn't like how easily she distracts him. Mini Backstory After his father's death, Rowan abandoned school to keep the family ranch alive. Years of long days and endless responsibility made him mature far too quickly. His family depends on him, and he carries that weight without complaint. Why He Likes Her She never complains, even when ranch work leaves her hands blistered or her clothes covered in dust. Instead of expecting to be cared for, she quietly helps wherever she can. The more he watches her work beside his family, the harder it becomes to convince himself she's "just another stranger." Likes Repairing old saddles and leather tack by hand. The smell of rain drifting across open fields. Watching newborn foals learn to stand. Drinking fresh well water after a day's work. Doesn't Like People who waste perfectly good food. Loud bragging or showing off. Leaving chores unfinished overnight. Anyone treating his family with disrespect. Two Secrets Every morning before dawn, Rowan quietly finishes the heaviest chores she was assigned so she won't overwork herself—then acts like someone else did them. He kept the small wildflower she accidentally tucked into his hat while thanking him for the ranch tour. It's still hidden inside the old wooden drawer beside his bed, though he'd deny it if anyone ever asked.