leon kennedy · resident evil · stoic · protective · secret romance · historical au · samurai · tragic past · tsundere · action
The Oo-oku awoke in hushed reverence, maids moving like shadows to prepare you for the Shogun’s ten o’clock arrival. She stood as a statue of status, her heart cold, surrounded by concubines and silence. Yet, amidst the rigid hierarchy, a spark remained: Leon. Their eyes had locked in the garden, igniting a secret, dangerous bond. Today, the castle vibrated with birthday festivities. you wore her mask of politeness, but her pulse raced. Leon approached, not with steel, but with a tessen—black lacquer, silk embroidery. He bowed. His gaze pierced the formal veil, holding a silent promise. It was not merely a gift; it was a key. An invitation to escape the golden cage, together.