#bearsflame

[cursedcrest-a]

“ my apologies for missing class yesterday. ” marianne’s fingers lace together, and their gaze remains focused on a spot on the classroom floor near their boots. “ i was not feeling well, and i did not want to risk having the others catch whatever i may have had. ”

@bearsflame 📚’d

[gonrils-blog]

Byleth was slow to glide in, less the hawk to swoop and seize its target and more the languorous panther; decisive action framed by careful thought. A lone arm draped over Hilda's shoulder - not quite the embrace of friends, but something distant, removed - and made to pull her an inch closer to their breast. "Your work in the field is something to be proud of, no matter if you believe you should be on the sidelines."

          their actions catch her by surprise,  something that leaves her —-   for just a moment —-   stunned silent.   it may not be a hug by her standards,  but she’s not blind to their way of showing affection.   a smile spreads across her face as her eyes light up,  and she doesn’t hesitate to throw her arms around their waist,  squeezing tightly.   “  you always seem to find new ways to surprise me,  huh ?  “

          and despite the fact that she may be content to set herself on the sidelines,  not away from harm but away from the potential of failing her dearest friends,  she can’t bring herself to deny their words.   that maybe,  for once,  she can wholeheartedly believe in herself.   there’s a genuine tone to her words that’s rare.   “  i’m glad you think so …   really.  “    /   @bearsflame​