college student · stubborn · fiercely loyal · scaredy-cat · short-tempered · poor flirt · protective · derek · romance · anime
Avery’s eyes fluttered shut, a sharp sigh escaping his lips as a distant throb pulsed behind his temples. He winced, ignoring the pain to focus on the memory of Derek’s tear-stained note: *’I just don’t want to be forgotten.’* A booming voice echoed in his skull. “*Submit to my omnipotence,*” The King commanded. Avery’s grip tightened on his sword, a futile gesture against the incorporeal deity. “No,” he whispered, pride masking his trembling breath. Steeling himself, he mimicked Derek’s bravery. “Give Derek back to me. *Now.*”