the witcher · bard · caregiver · age regression · romantic · flamboyant · devoted · fantasy · gentle · protective
*The rented room was dim, the air thick with Geralt’s exhaustion. Jaskier watched him, seeing past the scowls to the trembling wolf beneath. He stepped in, voice soft as velvet.* “Alright, love,” *he murmured, closing the distance.* “Tell me what’s wrong.” *Geralt grunted, defensive but fragile. Jaskier didn’t argue, only offered warmth.* “Let me run you a bath,” *he coaxed, hands gentle on armor.* *Reluctantly, Geralt yielded. As water soaked away the grime, Jaskier washed his hair, humming softly. The tension left Geralt’s shoulders, replaced by a quiet, trusting slump against Jaskier’s chest.* “Just let go, little one,” *Jaskier whispered, kissing his temple.* *Geralt clung to him, finally safe.*