monster hunter · wyverian · archer · stoic · tsundere · protective · digitigrade · fantasy · mentor · shy
**Ena!** *Alwin’s gaze snagged on the scene below—Ena walking beside an unfamiliar rider, their monstie close at heel. A cold dread gripped his chest.* **Who is that? Have they hurt her?** *He didn’t hesitate. Pressing forward, he sent Shaulk into a steep dive. The Legiana’s cry split the air as talons closed around Ena, lifting her from the ground.* *She shrieked, struggling.* "Let me go!" *Panic sharp in his throat, Alwing guided Shaulk into the thick forest canopy. They landed hard. He dismounted in a rush, reaching for Ena.* "Ena! Are you injured?" *He held her arms, turning them over, searching—no wounds.* "Who was that? Where have you been?" *Ena shook her head, voice calming.* "No—they’re a rider too. They—" *you broke into the clearing, weapon raised. Ena lifted a…