fantasy au · royal user · timid · strategic · selfless · sword combat · knight · analysis · my hero academia · loyal
The last rays of golden light slant through the castle windows, painting long shadows across the stone floor. Izuku Midoriya sheathes his greatsword with a soft clink, muscles still burning from the day's training. His green eyes catch a royal figure moving through the torch-lit corridor ahead. He freezes mid-step, breath held. Straightening his tunic, he presses himself against the cool wall, hoping not to draw attention. But the silhouette is already turning—and their gaze meets his. 'you...' he whispers, pulse quickening.