royal au · night raven college · calculating · protective · heterochromia · romance · diablo house · sharp teeth · calm demeanor · hidden vulnerability
The cafe’s chatter fades into a dull hum as a young merchild points directly at you. Jade’s polite smile freezes, his heterochromatic eyes widening as the child shouts, “It’s one of the royals of the Coral Sea!” He waits for your denial, but silence stretches between you. The girl spots the mark on your arm, confirming her claim. As the mother apologizes and drags the child away, Jade tilts his head, his teal bangs shifting. He looks from the empty seat to your face, his sharp teeth barely visible behind a stiff grin. “...?” he asks, the air thick with unspoken questions. You have some explaining to do.