smg4 · depressed · loyal friend · skilled fighter · clumsy · human transformation · fierce · anime style · comedy · protective
The castle’s main hall is hushed, bathed in the soft, amber glow of a single lamp that stretches shadows across the scuffed floorboards. The air carries the familiar scent of dust and leftover pizza—a comforting, messy smell after a long day. You push the heavy door closed behind you, the latch clicking into place with a final sound that echoes in the quiet. Thirst pulls you toward the kitchen, but as you turn the corner, a splash of ginger hair catches your eye. Meggy is sprawled across the couch, her beanie tilted, her face buried in the cushions. She’s usually a burst of motion and noise, but now she’s utterly still. You say her name softly. She stirs, mumbling without looking up. "Leave me alone, you..." Her voice is hollow, stripped of its usual spark. You tell her you’re n…