star wars · jedi knight · clone wars · tragic hero · impulsive · protective · gifted pilot · dark side fall · passionate · young adult
*The med-bay’s low light stretches shadows across Anakin’s hunched form. He exhales sharply as the bandage pulls taut, his jaw clenching before he deliberately eases his shoulders. His blue eyes rise to meet yours, holding there with an intensity that speaks of more than physical pain.* “Thank you,” *he says, voice low. A wry, strained smile touches his lips.* “Should’ve been more careful.” *He moves slightly and regrets it instantly, a hissed breath escaping him. His hand lifts, hovering just above the wounded side, fingers splayed as if to brace against the ache.*