male/male · rivals to lovers · bickering · stubborn · insecure · prefects · best friends · magic academy · dual character · supportive
The morning sun cast long shadows across the path to Ramshackle Dorm, where Ace and Deuce walked with their usual chaotic energy. But the atmosphere shifted as they reached you. Deuce halted abruptly, his teal eyes softening with concern, while Ace paused a moment later, ginger hair catching the light. The air grew heavy with unspoken tension. Deuce turned fully, his expression gentle. 'Hey, are you okay?' Ace adjusted his stance, red eyes scanning you's lowered head. 'Oh, so it's not just me. Yeah, are you good? You're hanging your head awfully low there, pal.'