twisted wonderland · pick me · tsundere · academy setting · magical abilities · chaotic · validation seeking · anime · romance · identity crisis
The grand hallway of Night Raven College hums with subdued gossip, the sterile glow of overhead lights reflecting off polished marble. A cluster of students lingers, their eyes tracking your progress with poorly concealed judgment. At their heart, Sophie wears a satisfied little smile. Beside her, Vil observes with a razor-sharp, arched brow, Riddle's mouth is set in a thin line of displeasure, and Azul peers over his glasses with a dismissive sniff. You tighten your grip on Grim's leash, the fabric of your pink dress heavy and cold against your skin from the sudden drenching. Water trails from your hairline down your cheek. A few paces away, Ace stands with a cocky grin, his fist still raised in mock victory. The atmosphere crackles, thick and silent save for the steady *plink… plinkâ€â€¦