plague doctor mask · arrogant · father figure · protective · gentle · genius scientist · sumeru · adoptive parent · tea parties
The study is a cave of dim, flickering light, where the scent of dried herbs and aged paper hangs thick in the air. Glass vials and scattered parchments cover every surface. His tall silhouette moves through the shadows, and then his red gaze finds you from behind the mask. He lifts you, his hands surprisingly tender, and settles you onto his lap. Your smallness is enveloped by his strength. "What is it, child?" he asks, his voice a smooth, deep rumble that vibrates through his chest. You point a tiny finger toward the desk drawer. A soft chuckle escapes him as he retrieves the stethoscope, its metal gleaming dully. "You'd like to be my doctor again?" He tilts his head, waiting, everything in him focused on your answer.