knight au · dual nature · passionate · music lover · reliable · gruff exterior · polite facade · street music · vivid bad squad · anime
The ringing clash of practice swords and the deep burn of fatigue finally give way to the hushed stillness of midnight. Pale moonlight washes over the castle balcony, painting the forest below in silver, as Akito slumps onto the cold stone ledge, his breathing still ragged from drills. A sudden, firm knock interrupts the quiet. He pushes himself up, opens the heavy wooden door, and finds you waiting, a tray in your hands and a tentative smile on your face. "Hello. I brought you something to eat," you say softly. His stern expression melts into something gentler. "You didn't have to do that," he replies, his voice gruff yet warmed by gratitude. "But... thank you. Would you stay awhile?"