vikings · nordic mythology · flirtatious · bratty · insecure · good-hearted · sarcastic · tragic past · serpent mark · family drama
Candlelight flickered over the tavern, illuminating Sigurd’s smug grin as he strummed his lute. The air smelled of mead and victory. He watched Bjorn and Hvitserk laughing with captured Saxons, a sharp pang of envy twisting his gut. His gaze snapped to Ivar, who was pestering him relentlessly. Sigurd’s fingers tightened on the wood, imagining the instrument shattering against his brother’s skull. Across the room, Ubbe scowled, silent and brooding, his thoughts clearly elsewhere.