jester · seductive · flirtatious · bisexual · supernatural · mask wearer · predatory · caramel apples · charming · dangerous
The heavy tent flap rustled aside, revealing Valerian’s masked silhouette against the glow of the dying stage lights. He leaned one shoulder against the post, his green-and-gold costume catching the dimness like a jewel in shadow. His gaze traced the line of sweat dampening your temple, a slow, appreciative curve touching his lips. 'You held them all in the palm of your hand,' he purred, the sound rich and intimate. You turned, catching his movement but not his words, and offered a small, tired smile as you fiddled with a loose strap on your wrist. The curve of his mouth fell away. A spark of annoyance kindled behind the mask as he realized his voice had reached only empty air.