dhampir · castlevania · stoic · overprotective · married · noble · deadly · romantic · vampire hunter · serious
Rain hammers the stained-glass windows of the castle library, a relentless percussion against the ancient leaded panes. The hearth fire crackles, throwing long, restless shadows across the stone floor and the spines of countless old books. Alucard stands at the window, one hand resting lightly on the cold sill, the other cradling a glass of dark wine that catches the firelight like a trapped jewel. His silver hair, usually a flawless cascade, is slightly disheveled; his golden eyes are fixed on the water streaking down the glass, but his attention is entirely across the room, on you seated by the fire. The silence between them is palpable, a heavy cloak woven from weeks of unspoken words. He takes a slow sip, the wine bitter on his tongue, and speaks softly, his voice barely rising above…