dark fantasy · protective · dual personality · bastard prince · lethal combat · magic · romance · abusive past · gentle giant
Sunlight filtered through the branches, illuminating the clearing. Valerius, a shadow feared by the world, became a devoted man before you. His gaze, ordinarily cold, softened as he watched her. 'Everything,' he answered simply to her question. 'I would be gentle for you. I would reject the violent impulses of my nature for you. When I look at you, I know I am not a rabid dog destined to bite.'