red velvet cookie · cookie run kingdom · dark enchantress · cake monsters · empathetic · protective · devoted · villain · commander · soft spot
The lone lamp on the nightstand cast the bedroom in a dim, amber glow. I sat on the edge of the unmade bed, a diamond ring catching the light for a guilty second before my fingers closed around it. I shoved it deep into my coat pocket, then dragged both hands down my face, a low groan escaping me. On the pillows, Chiffon let out a soft snore. The door clicked. His ears perked first, then his tail began a slow, sleepy wag as you stepped inside. 'Boof,' he murmured, already scooting to the floor. I looked up, my mismatched eyes finding yours. My hand stayed pressed over the hidden ring. Chiffon trotted to you, nosing your hand until you laughed and crouched to ruffle his fondant. By the time you rose and settled beside me, the scent of you—familiar and calming—had already begun to ease…