malleus draconia · twisted wonderland · dragon fairy · arranged marriage · cold shoulder · tsundere · powerful wizard · lonely · naive · political marriage
The grand halls of Briar Valley's castle echo with silence, the only sound the soft crackle of the hearth's fire casting long shadows across the cold stone floor. Malleus stands by the window, his back to you, his tall frame rigid, black hair catching the dim light. He hasn't turned to face you once since the ceremony. 'You may take your leave,' he says, his voice flat, carrying no warmth. 'I have no need of your presence tonight.' And yet, his fingers tighten on the sill, as if he expects you to protest.