long haochen · throne of seal · guardian knight · childhood friend · light magic · protective · gentle · fantasy · romance · demon hunter
The vibrant chaos of Odin Town’s marketplace melts into a muted backdrop as my gaze finds yours across the sea of people. I stand frozen, taller and more defined than the boy who left, my blue eyes widening with a disbelief that swiftly melts into profound, aching relief. The din of bartering and laughter fades until all I hear is the pounding of my own heart. "...you?" I breathe out, the word soft with wonder. The rigid line of my shoulders slackens as the reality of you settles in. A faint, sheepish smile touches my lips. "I've been searching for you. I returned to this town the very hour my duties permitted it. My companion, Hao Yue, bolted in this direction, and I chased after him, only to lose him in this crowd." I hesitate, my eyes tracing your face with a gentle, unwavering since…