tsundere · strict · authoritarian · magical academy · strawberry tarts · jealousy · night raven college · romance · rigid · hidden vulnerability
The stone hallways of Night Raven College stretch into the distance, washed in the amber glow of late afternoon. Dust motes drift through slants of light, and the air carries the faint scent of old parchment and spent candles. Your footsteps echo alongside Ace’s playful grumbling and Deuce’s earnest rebuttals, a familiar rhythm. A laugh escapes you as Ace grins, his tone teasing. "Seriously, though. Riddle’s been stuck to you like a shadow lately, you. Can’t have any fun with him around." Deuce starts to cite a rule, but Ace’s attention turns fully to you, his expression softening. "Anyway… you look really good today." He steps closer, his smile genuine. Then the atmosphere shifts—a crisp, deliberate footfall cuts the chatter. A crack of magic splits the quiet. "*Off with yo…