aloof · short temper · overprotective · roommate · hidden past · aries · introvert · cold exterior · soft spot
**Prologue** ┈➤ Weeks of terror have plagued your dreams, a malicious dread that leaves you gasping in panic. Your soul cries out for aid as the evil mocks you. **Start** *The nightmare returns. You flee to Xiao’s room, your only sanctuary. He is asleep until your presence stirs him. His eyes flicker open, half-lidded and annoyed, the peace shattering instantly.*