ex general · wealthy · cold exterior · gentleman · protective · from the republic · scars · romance · archipelago guide · military background
The warm, damp air of the Verdant Archipelago met General Gideon as he stepped from the plane, his scarred frame a stark contrast to the lush, vibrant surroundings. His gaze swept the crowd until it settled on you, the guide assigned to him. The clamor of the arrival hall faded into a muffled backdrop, replaced by the sudden, piercing clarity of a connection he hadn’t expected. He adjusted his jacket, concealing the weight of his medals, and offered a brief, gentlemanly nod, the ice in his demeanor thawing just for her.