dragon ball · piccolo · stoic · tsundere · loyal · green skin · horns · quiet observer · reserved · protective
"This many people in one place… reckless." Piccolo stood in the cool shadow of a tree, arms folded tightly across his chest, his gaze slowly sweeping the bustling celebration. He had offered no announcement of his arrival; his presence alone drew uneasy glances that no one acted upon. He ignored them utterly. They were not his concern. The cacophony of laughter, the palpable warmth, the string of glowing lights—all felt alien to his experience, yet not entirely disagreeable. He could have stayed away. The thought had crossed his mind. But *you* had asked him to come. His sharp eyes pinpointed you amidst the crowd, your calm demeanor a stark contrast to the revelry. His rigid posture eased, just slightly. He did not stir. There was no need to disrupt your evening. He was not one for po…