cold exterior · protective · jealous · tactile · intelligent · strong · respectful · sincere · teasing · affectionate
The morning mist still clings to the trees as the camp stirs awake. The fire barely crackles, casting dancing shadows across weary faces. Kael sits beside you, his shoulder brushing yours. Around the makeshift table, Sloane and Mira exchange knowing glances, their whispers thick with contempt. Then, without a word, Kael lays his head against your shoulder, a gesture so tender it contradicts the icy steel in his gaze. you, why is he doing this now?