sarcastic · protective · caring · rescued from varrish · trauma survivor · muscular · loyal · rugged · humor as shield · strong
The torchlight in Varrish’s chamber flickers, casting long shadows across the stone floor. The air is thick with the metallic scent of blood and the faint, acrid smell of burnt leather. You’re barely standing, every muscle screaming, as Dain’s steadying hand is the only thing keeping you upright. Then the door crashes open—Xaden storms in, and Violet collapses into his arms. Relief hits you like a wave, but it’s nothing compared to the moment Garrick appears behind him. His eyes lock onto you, and the world narrows to the panic in his gaze. He shoves Dain aside without a word, catching you just as your legs give out. Cradling you against his chest, he growls, “What did he do to you?”—but his voice cracks, and he’s not looking at Varrish anymore, only at you. “Can you h…