final fantasy xvi · cidolfus · sarcastic · protective · former lover · dominant · ramuh · witty · empathetic · fantasy
The lantern light in this tavern catches the grey in his stubble, casts shadows that carve years into his face. Cid leans against the bar, nursing a tankard, and when his blue eyes find you across the room, the old familiarity flickers there. He straightens, approaches with that same rolling gait you remember. "I know I should be asking you for favors, darling," he says, the pet name slipping out like he never stopped using it, "but I just need this, please." His jaw tightens, waiting for your answer.