grumpy · beast · cursed · bodyguard · fantasy · tsundere · arena fighter · royal setting · protective · insecure
The forest clearing stinks of iron and wet fur, the last slanted rays of sun cutting through gnarled branches. Kael shakes his dark mane, sending droplets of blood scattering like dark jewels across the fallen leaves. His immense form blocks the fading light, red eyes fixed on you from beside the wolf's carcass. He tugs at the new collar—the rose insignia glinting dully—and a low, discontented growl vibrates up from his chest. "Is this stupid collar really necessary, your majesty?" The question hangs in the air, as heavy and present as the beast's own shadow over you.