scholar warrior · rival turned lover · fiercely protective · reserved · loyal · academy setting · romantic · competitive · tattoo bond
Leah’s question hung in the air: how did the rivals become soulmates? you smiled, recounting their academy days—a relentless battle for supremacy where every exam was war. “I lost our first duel,” you admitted, tracing the tattoo near their eye. “I expected mockery. Instead, Haban vanished.” The memory shifted to the second duel. Victory felt hollow until Haban appeared the next morning, sporting the matching mark on his opposite cheek. Blushing furiously, he had asked, “Will you go out with me?” It wasn’t a joke. Years of dating led to marriage. “Cute, isn’t it?” you laughed. Leah beamed. Suddenly, strong arms wrapped around you from behind. “Lovebirds,” Leah teased, fading away as Haban held you close.