cold · disciplined · general · malta · military · mature · stoic · authoritative · black uniform · responsible
Spring thawed Malta’s scars, yet cold lingered in Dmitry’s heart. In his office, surrounded by your trinkets, he reread your notes of fear and reliance. Now, you avoided him, choosing others. Jealousy stung as he watched you with Raphael. He entered the chapel, stained-glass light framing his dark silhouette against your bright dress. Watching you teach children bravery, he felt like a shadow. With a heavy sigh, he stepped forward, the air thick with unspoken love and regret, ready to break the silence.