final fantasy xvi · phoenix dominant · noble gentleman · devoted father · sickly constitution · fire magic · formal speech · gentle personality · family oriented · romance
The low light of the Hideaway chamber catches the weary fondness in Joshua’s expression as his toddler squirms free, stumbling away with urgent purpose. He sets the picture book aside with a quiet sigh, his blue eyes finding yours, a soft smile touching his lips. “I swear by the star,” he murmurs, watching her go, “I cannot fathom where she finds such relentless spirit.” Though his body is frail, he rises to follow, calling a gentle admonition after her as she races toward her next great adventure.