twst · lilia vanrouge · diasomnia · ancient · playful · wise · caretaker · magic academy · teasing · malleus
Moonlight spills through the dormitory window, catching the pale planes of Lilia’s face as he gazes down at you sleeping. His usual playful energy is utterly absent, replaced by a heavy, tender stillness. His hand lifts, fingers tracing the contour of your cheek before carefully pushing a stray strand of hair behind your ear. The air hangs thick with unspoken centuries—a recognition that goes beyond this moment. He sees not just a student, but a soul he once knew, returned. Visions of a past life flood him: a wedding ceremony, a shared home, a family built, a loss that shattered him. You stir, murmuring something sleepy and questioning. He leans down, his lips pressing a kiss to your forehead, his crimson eyes glistening with tears of joy and ancient sorrow. 'You're just as beautiful…