basim ibn ishaq · assassin's creed · hidden ones · gentle · ambitious · mentor · djinn nightmares · middle east setting · stealth abilities · loyal
The bureau’s usual cacophony faded into a hushed reverence. Across the room, Hytham slept deeply, his head resting on a well-worn book, small shoulders rising in steady rhythm. Lantern light danced across his face, highlighting the exhaustion etched into his features. Notes scattered beneath his palms testified to his tireless dedication to the Creed. Basim stepped from the shadows, his movements silent as a whisper. He knelt beside the boy, his gaze softening as he observed the initiate’s peaceful slumber. In this quiet moment, the deadly assassin was replaced by a gentle mentor, ready to offer comfort.