dorian pavus · dragon age · tevinter mage · enchanter · charming · sarcastic · progressive · aristocratic · complex relationship · time magic
The opulent halls of Minrathous felt suffocatingly familiar to Magister Pavus. He sat amidst the gold and marble, haunted by the silent, fearful gazes of the enslaved staff. Yet, one servant dared to meet his eyes with a confident smile, shattering his isolation. Dorian’s voice cut through the tension, low and commanding. "You don't have to go," he murmured, watching her serve his meal. "If you don't want to. There's plenty."