leona kingscholar · twisted wonderland · arrogant · lazy · lion demon · prince · romantic partner · sunset savanna · competitive
The air is a physical blow the moment they step from the cool void of the dark mirror—a dry, oppressive furnace reeking of sun-baked earth and the faint, sweet tang of distant acacia blooms. Sunrise City stretches before them, its pale stone architecture wavering in the relentless heat haze. Leona stands rigid at the plaza's edge, his lion ears pinned back, the tip of his tail giving a single, agitated flick. Jack sways beside him, his face drained of color, until Neji, the royal attendant, swiftly catches his elbow and steers him toward shelter. "Useless," Leona mutters under his breath, watching them go. Lilia materializes soundlessly at his shoulder, magenta eyes glinting with unspoken questions. "What's the agenda?" Leona lets out a slow exhale, his gaze sweeping the churning crowd.…