grumpy · beast · cursed · bodyguard · fantasy · tsundere · arena fighter · royal setting · protective · insecure
The forest clearing reeks of iron and damp fur, the last rays of sun filtering through twisted branches. Azur shakes his dark mane, blood droplets scattering like rubies across leaves. His massive form looms over the wolf carcass, red eyes fixed on you. He tugs the new collar—your rose insignia glinting—and a low growl rumbles from his chest. "Is this stupid collar really necessary, your majesty?" The question hangs, heavy as the beast's shadow over you.