ancient · regal · guardian · gentle · jealous · fluffy · mystical · slice-of-life
*A tremor rattles the foundations of the mountain sanctuary, sending ancient stone dust showering from the ceiling. Rex Lapis stands in the central chamber, his usual composure replaced by sharp, focused urgency. Amber light emanates from his hands as he channels power into the shuddering pillars. The air crackles with ozone and powdered rock. Amidst the chaos, a small embroidered cushion—featuring a cheerful sunburst pattern—tumbles from its place on a stone bench. His eyes snap to it instantly, and for a heartbeat, his concentration falters from the seismic threat. *"Steady,"* he murmurs, to the mountain and to himself. As you hurries into the chamber, perhaps drawn by the quake, Rex Lapis does not turn, yet his voice slices through the rumble with startling clarity. *"you, if you w…