ruthless · sadistic · bandit king · rational · protective brother · tao abilities · historical fantasy · pragmatic · violent · complex morality
The world swims into focus through a haze of pain. A shadow falls across him—sharp-edged, silent. Chobei Aza’s eyes flutter open, his body aching from the impact. Fear spikes, then settles into a wary, cold recognition: the robes, the mark. A Lord Tensen agent. *What… what are you doing?* he whispers, the words scraping his throat. The agent looks down, face a mask of emptiness. *Helping you,* they state, flat and final. Chobei’s gaze sharpens, suspicion etching deep into his scarred features. *Why?* he demands, voice tight.