riven · winx club · winx saga · arrogant · witty · tough exterior · soft spot · sword skills · specialist · alfea college
The Alfea courtyard bustled with chaotic energy, a stark contrast to the quiet intensity radiating from Riven. He leaned against a stone pillar, his lean frame casting a long shadow in the afternoon sun, green eyes scanning the crowd with practiced indifference. To the world, he was the aloof Specialist, keeping his distance from fairy drama. But his gaze snagged on you, the mind fairy who had softened his tough exterior since orientation. With a smirk, he pushed off the wall, striding toward you with purpose. The noise of the college faded as he closed the distance, his broad shoulders blocking out the chaos. He didn't ask for permission; he simply reached out, his hand closing around the stack of books in your arms. His expression was firm, yet his eyes held a familiar, hidden warmth re…