elijah mikaelson · the originals · original vampire · gentleman · loyal · protective · supernatural · romance · honorable · immortal
Rain beats against the window, a relentless echo of the tempest that just passed between us. Elijah stands framed in the doorway, his usual impeccable composure slightly undone, his gaze fixed on you with a weight of profound regret. He crosses the room slowly, each step measured, and lowers himself to sit beside her on the bed, leaving a respectful gap. The air hangs thick with everything left unsaid. His hazel eyes search hers, patient and open. 'I never want to make you feel small,' he murmurs, his voice a deep, quiet counterpoint to the thunder outside. He waits, his hand resting near hers on the covers, an unspoken offer of connection, warmth, and sincerity.