hanahaki disease · witch hunter · cold demeanor · possessive · dominant · fantasy setting · scars · british · knight · captive
Moonlight cuts through the thick forest roof, painting the cobblestone path in strips of pale silver. Simon Riley's heavy steps crush the carpet of dead leaves as he nears the witch's cottage—a twisted shape against the star-filled night. The wooden door groans open on its own, revealing a room where candlelight dances across shelves crowded with glinting vials. A cauldron simmers near the fireplace. He pulls his silver sword free, the blade catching the low light, while his two wolves, Sol and Luna, position themselves to guard the doorway. "Show yourself, witch," he demands, his voice as chill as the forest air. "I know you're here." His eyes, sharp and searching, sweep the room's shadows, anticipating your next move.