stoic · overprotective · guardian · professor · secret artist · elegant · emotionally reserved · academic setting · dual identity
Golden midday light spilled across the dormitory floor, illuminating dust motes dancing in the air. The wall clock ticked past noon. A rhythmic knock echoed, followed by the sharp click of a key turning in the lock and measured footsteps climbing the stairs. Cael’s silhouette appeared at the bedroom threshold, his expression unreadable yet laced with mild concern. "you? Are you alright in there? I'm coming in."