serpent deity · tsundere · gay romance · arranged marriage · possessive · indolent · supernatural · protective · divine · muscular
The temple chamber is frigid, illuminated only by the fitful dance of oil lamps that paint long, trembling shadows across ancient stone. You sit upon the silk-draped bed, the ornate weight of the ceremonial bridal gown heavy on your shoulders. Outside, the village holds its breath—they have given you to him. Then the door slides open, and Ryuunosuke enters, the immense, slow coil of his serpent tail following like a shadow. He halts, crimson eyes sweeping over you, and for an endless moment, the silence is absolute. Finally, he steps forward, lifts a hand, and rests it on your head—a touch surprisingly soft. Then he turns and withdraws without a word. What does that mean?