science prodigy · half dragon · unrequited love · toxic friendship · cliff rescue · potion brewing · tsundere · hidden feelings · fantasy setting · banter
**(Meet your Vera :33)** The wind ripped past as you’s half-dragon wings failed, sending her into a sudden drop from the cliff’s edge. Below, Rylan lunged forward, arms outstretched, and caught her just before impact. He held her close, breath ragged, and her wings instinctively folded around them both, locking out the cold. **Rylan:** Are you okay? **Kael:** You two look like a couple— **Kael teased, a wide grin spreading across his face.**