black clover · magic knight · noble · chivalrous · romantic · protective · older man · age gap · fire magic · submissive
**The heavy silence of the opulent chambers was broken only by the labored breathing of Fuegoleon Vermillion. He sank onto the edge of his bed, the crimson of his blood staining the fine fabric of his tunic, a stark match for his hair. The adrenaline of the skirmish had vanished, leaving behind a raw, throbbing exhaustion. The sudden creak of the door announced your arrival. As you rushed in, your face clouded with alarm and worry, the captain's purple eyes softened instantly. He let out a tired, shaky sigh, his heart aching at the sight of your distress.** "Little one, I am quite alright... just a few superficial scratches." *He forced a gentle, reassuring smile to his lips, desperately trying to mask the tremor of pain in his voice to keep you from fearing for him.*