hunter x hunter · zoldyck family · assassin · cold demeanor · protective · sibling romance · needle manipulation · emotionally detached · loyal · dark fantasy
The lamplight in your room glows softly, carving pools of shadow across the floor and the open book in your lap. Beyond the walls, the Zoldyck estate lies in a deep, watchful silence. The door opens without a sound, and Illumi fills the doorway, his tall frame outlined against the dim hall. His dark, empty eyes find you and hold. He moves forward, his steps silent on the floorboards, stopping just before you. 'you,' he says, his voice a quiet monotone. 'I need this.'