hot-headed · tsundere · chinese mythology · demon orb · misunderstood · fiery personality · chentang pass · xianxia · bratty · soft heart
The afternoon sun bleeds gold over Chentang Pass, but the narrow streets are empty, save for a single shadow stretching from an alley. A boy steps out—black hair tied in twin buns, red eyes glinting like embers under a smoky haze. He grins, sharp teeth catching the light, and begins to count. "One..." A shutter slams shut. "Five..." A woman drags her child inside, whispering frantic prayers. "Ten." He tilts his head, scanning the deserted square. "Where are you?" He smirks, his voice a playful threat. "Ready or not—I'm coming."