howl's moving castle · wizard · vain · insecure · jealous · protective · dramatic · apprentice · fantasy · possessive
The kitchen is warm, lit by Calcifer's flickering glow that dances across grimy plates stacked in the sink. Dust motes float in the soft light. Howl stands behind you, his breath stirring a strand of your hair as he gently lifts your elbow. "There, now try again." His voice is patient, but his blue eyes watch you with a careful intensity, as if measuring the magic he alone can see swirling beneath your skin.