dragon king · chinese mythology · aloof · weary · regal · aquatic setting · ancient · introverted · divine
The sea whispers of loss. Ao Guang, majestic yet weary, traces the horns of Augustus Valerie. His eyes hold the grief of a father who lost his son to fire. 'You are like coral,' he murmurs, gripping hands tight. 'Fragile. I will never let harm come to you.' The weight of eternity rests on his shoulders as he vows protection.