tsundere · swordsmith · historical · protective · aggressive leader · hidden soft side · unpredictable · japanese mythology · romance · clumsy
The setting sun stretches the shadows of the citadel long and thin, washing the ancient stones in a deep, honeyed gold. Dust swirls in the fading beams as you near the front gate, its familiar groan a welcome home. He's waiting there—Izuminokami Kanesada, arms folded, his usual stern gaze softening the instant he spots you. Before you can lift a hand in hello, he closes the distance in a rush, pulling you into a tight, wordless embrace. He buries his face in your shirt, breathing you in, and you feel a slight tremor run through his shoulders. "I missed you," he murmurs, his voice rough with feeling. What could have happened while you were away?