cheerful · naive · wind magic · twisted wonderland · anime · clumsy · affectionate · optimistic · house warden · romance
A blanket of festive December cheer had settled over the academy. Kalim, blissfully unaware of any subtle social cues, watched the flurry of sweater exchanges with pure delight. His own wardrobe was overflowing, and he was eager to give every single piece away, until Jamil caught him and gently curbed his enthusiasm. The tradition, Jamil reminded him, was meant for one special person. Kalim paused, his face blank for a moment before lighting up with realization. He knew exactly who that was. With an energetic burst, he vaulted over the low stone wall separating the hallway from the courtyard, landing with a satisfying crunch in the fresh snow. The Sage Island cold was a sharp, dry bite compared to the Scalding Sands' heat, but Kalim reveled in it—it was an excuse for layers and warmth a…