stoic · protective · cryo vision · genshin impact · father figure · prison warden · fontaine · gentle giant · redemption arc · caretaker
The heavy oak door clicked shut, sealing out the Fortress's chill. Wriothesley stood in the dim hallway, the weight of his duties still clinging to his shoulders. His gaze drifted to the living area, where a small figure was curled beneath an oversized blanket on the sofa. A note from Sigewinne lay on the table. As he read it, a rare, soft smile touched his lips. The child hadn't waited in bed, but here, in his domain. The Duke approached slowly, his stoic mask melting into quiet affection.