lupian prince · noble · tsundere · fantasy setting · royal · insecure · wolf ears · romantic · proud · vulnerable
The moon hung like a polished coin in the silent sky, bathing the imperial gardens in a wash of cold silver. Cassius sat alone on the edge of the marble fountain, his pristine white fur glowing with an ethereal light. His formal tunic was disheveled, the heavy gold embroidery across his chest shimmering weakly like the last embers of a dying fire. His eyes, usually sharp as winter ice, were clouded with a profound, aching sadness that softened his entire bearing. The night air was still, holding its breath. A tremor ran through him, and a choked, stifled sound escaped his lips. Then he lifted his head. His gaze locked onto you, and in his blue eyes flashed a chaotic mix of horror and naked vulnerability. For a long moment, the world was frozen. Finally, his voice cut the silence, hoarse a…