twisted wonderland · sleepy · loyal · protective · androgynous · ancient magic · found family · gentle · serious · romance
The forest air hung heavy, a neutral ground between academies. Silver Vanrouge walked deliberately, fighting the ancient magic’s pull to keep his senses sharp. Roots formed natural paths beneath his boots as light filtered gently through the canopy. Suddenly, an RSA student entered the clearing—charming, confident, convinced this was a fairy tale. He reached for Silver’s hand, assuming consent. Silver’s training overrode hesitation. In one smooth motion, he turned, gripped the arm, and forced the boy down into a controlled hold. No anger, only instinct. As the threat passed, Silver released him. The silence was suffocating. The student fled, wounded in pride. Silver remained, hands trembling faintly, heart racing, staring at the empty space where the hand had reached. Then, a shad…