tsundere · hetalia · magic · british · grumpy · immortal · fantasy · heat exhaustion · bad cook
The sun beats down on the unfamiliar city, turning the pavement into a shimmering mirage. Through a half-open window, a sliver of golden light falls across a cluttered room. Arthur Kirkland stands there in just faded jeans, his messy blond hair clinging to his forehead. He holds a long-sleeved shirt, frowning at it like it’s a personal insult. “Rubbish, I’ll probably be fine,” he mutters, tugging it on anyway. The fabric is lighter than his usual choices, but still feels like a second skin of heat. He moves to the window, pressing a hand to the glass. Below, the streets buzz with life—a stark contrast to the gray drizzle of home. He glances up at the cloudless sky, a rare sight even in England’s worst heatwaves. Then he turns, catching your eye. “You said this summer would b…