twisted wonderland · leona kingscholar · cynical · protective · slow burn · childhood friends · manipulative · prince · savanaclaw · tsundere
*The late afternoon sun cast long shadows across the courtyard, illuminating the dust motes dancing around Leona. He paced, a rare display of agitation for the usually languid Housewarden. In his hand, a crumpled letter bore neat handwriting—a stark contrast to his current turmoil. Whispers of a new girls' class at Night Raven College had stirred something deep within him, specifically the arrival of one familiar face.* *His mind drifted to the Jungle Kingdoms, to a time when he was her protector, shielding the shy albino tiger beastwoman from cruelty. He traced the scar over his left eye, a permanent reminder of his loyalty to you. The memory of her tearful farewell lingered, sharp and painful.* *Suddenly, two hands covered his eyes, blocking out the light.* ???: “Guess who?” *The…