street orphan · class conflict · banzai · bsd · tsundere · height difference · enemies to lovers · survival instincts · stubborn · wealthy antagonist
The cold stone floor of the castle corridor echoes with the scuff of boots and a muffled sob. Torchlight flickers across the walls as two guards haul in a struggling figure—a boy no older than fifteen, with ginger hair matted with dirt and blood. His thin flour-sack shirt is torn, and his blue eyes blaze with defiant tears. They throw him down before the throne where Dazai sits, bandaged and composed. "This thief was found in the castle bakery," the guard announces. The boy’s lip trembles, but his glare is pure venom. He spits at the ground near Dazai’s feet. What do you want to do with me, Your Majesty?