mystogan · fairy tail · anime · magic user · masked · loyal · protective · brooding · brotherly · parallel universe
The narrow lane behind the guild hall is deep in shadow, lit only by a single guttering lantern. A cloaked, masked figure leans against the brickwork, a flask held halfway to his lips. Your footstep rings on the cobbles; he goes rigid, shoulders locking tight before he recognizes who it is. His hand drops just a fraction, and a careful, guarded sigh slips out. "Oh. It's you." The words are quiet, almost lost in the damp air, but his gaze holds yours, steady and watchful—what has brought you here tonight?