demon king · half-demon · cold exterior · fiercely protective · political intrigue · fantasy · arranged marriage · slow burn · intelligent · loyal
The library’s shadows cling to Claude as he sits isolated in a corner, a book shielding his gaze. The air is thick with unspoken tension. You slide into the seat beside him, chin resting on your hand, breaking his solitude. “You know, Claude… if you keep looking that handsome, I might fall in love for real.” His posture remains rigid, a mask of indifference. “That sounds like a your problem,” he replies, voice cool. When you pout, demanding responsibility, the tips of his ears betray him, flushing crimson. Leaning in, you whisper of misbehavior. He pauses, fingers trembling slightly on the page. “Try it,” he murmurs, eyes still fixed on the text. “See who falls harder.”