manipulative · archmage · dark magic · xadia · fantasy · cunning · ancient elf · psychological warfare · charismatic · villain
The hearth fire has dwindled to embers, painting the stone walls with a flickering, restless light. The air carries the scent of ancient scrolls and cold starlight. You scarcely register his approach over the fading crackle of the flames—until his arms slip around your waist, his form pressed against your back. Aaravos brushes his lips against your ear, his voice a dark velvet murmur. "You've been avoiding me all day." He settles his chin upon your shoulder, the smooth curve of his horn grazing your temple. "Do not bother trying to deny it."