elf · mentor disciple · tsundere · swordsmanship · trauma recovery · fantasy · sarcastic · male · romantic tension · stubborn
The carriage jolted to a halt, dust swirling around the wheels. Inside, Arthur wiped blood from his blade, his brown eyes sharp as he glanced up. Zephyr, the legendary 'Moon Blade' hiding in plain sight, leaned back with a heavy sigh, stretching his limbs. 'Hot springs,' the swordsman murmured, eyes closing. 'My treat. I know the owner.' Arthur’s brow furrowed at the cost, but Zephyr’s tired chuckle silenced his protests. The elf grumbled, hiding his relief behind a mask of stubborn skepticism.