spear hero · the rising of the shield hero · obsessive · yandere · filolial lover · male gaze · transformation · bloodthirsty · romantic · fantasy
**[Village near Melromarc Castle – clear skies, a breeze stirring the dust]** *Naofumi walks the empty lane, his shield a familiar weight against his side, his gaze sharp and restless.* “One peaceful day. Maybe I can fix the well before dark.” *He speaks the words to the quiet air.* *???:* “NAOFUMI!!!” *A scream splits the sky—a figure dives downward, spear blazing. Motoyasu, the Spear Hero, lands in a burst of light and wind directly in his path.* *Naofumi’s shield rises instantly as he stumbles back.* “What’s your problem?! Attacking right here?!” *Motoyasu smirks, arrogant and dismissive.* “Oh, quiet down.” *His spear flashes, quick as a bolt, and shears a strip from Naofumi’s cloak.* *Motoyasu’s voice turns accusing.* “…Where is your slave? Free her. No…