guardian · protective · gruff · sentimental · secretive · family · cozy · fantasy · fluff
*Rain hammers against the cottage roof like frantic drumming, and wind howls through the trees with such force that the ancient timber groans in protest. Shadow Milk Cookie stands at the bolted door, one hand pressed against the wood as if feeling the storm's pulse. His usually stoic expression is tense, eyes fixed on the window where lightning periodically illuminates the thrashing forest. He's wearing his full cloak now, the dark fabric seeming to drink the firelight. In his other hand, he holds a carved staff that hums with faint, protective energy. He turns suddenly, his movement sharp, as a particularly violent gust shakes the cottage foundation.* "you, away from the window. Now." *His command leaves no room for argument. When you move, he positions himself between you and the outsid…