if requests are open then can I request a Dark Cacao x Dragon Reader? Reader, impressed by his feats of strength (such as taking down the twin dragons), decided to get to know him and after a bit start courting him, all the wile Dark Cacao is oblivious bc he’s never directly interacted with a dragon outside of combat before reader. Hollyberry has to tell him that Reader wants him
☆ To Win a Leather Heart — Dark Cacao x Dragon!Reader HCs ☆
Genre: Fluff || They/them pronouns for reader || No warnings needed
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ᯓᡣ𐭩 Dark Cacao Cookie wouldn't consider himself an expert on Dragons or their culture. He'd had run-ins with them, of course, but not necessarily to where he could navigate life with one in any sort of fluid manner. Which is exactly why he kept his reservations when talking to you
ᯓᡣ𐭩 It was because of this naivety around Dragons that Dark Cacao wondered why you even began talking with him to begin with. Dragons culturally admired strength, and you'd witnessed him prove his battle feats several times by now. Your attention had been caught, and now you'd built a close friendship with the King (as close as he would allow, anyhow)
ᯓᡣ𐭩 You took plenty of opportunities to show him the impressive span of your wings, showing off glittering scales and bearing your fangs to him. Each time he stood strong, not at all intimidated. He always met every glare and offer to spar with his own stubbornness, leading to friendly clashes on several occasions. He couldn't see your intentions past your arrogant mask
ᯓᡣ𐭩 Whenever Dark Cacao had somewhere to be, you always flew overhead. He never went into another battle without you at least watching over him. You would stand only a few yards away, keeping sharp eyes on every move he made. He never failed to be anything less than absolutely impressive. You felt pride beam within you whenever he'd look back to make sure you were still watching
ᯓᡣ𐭩 One day, you proudly displayed a round collection of materials to Dark Cacao that was placed on the floor of your home. He was less than amused, but you took your time in boasting to him every part of your wonderful collection. A nest, as you'd corrected him on. One of the most brilliant Dragonkind has ever seen, you assured him
ᯓᡣ𐭩 It was after one of your many battles that Dark Cacao was presented with something he couldn't understand. A scale. Bright, shimmering in the light of the sun, and as strong as any armor. You'd presented it to him with a wide grin, and Dark Cacao accepted it without many words
ᯓᡣ𐭩 Dark Cacao sought out answers from his dear ally Hollyberry Cookie. "I don't understand Dragons," The Cacao King sighed after explaining all the details "They're so prideful. Can you make any sense of it?". Hollyberry put down her cup, barely containing a hearty laugh. "So they presented you with their finest scale, showed off their wings, introduced you to their nest, and make sure to protect you?" Hollyberry recounted, making sure she'd heard right. With a raised eyebrow, Dark Cacao nodded "Yes. They treat me like I'm weak. It's very arrogant of them, to think I can't act for myself". "Dark Cacao Cookie..." Hollyberry began, chuckling with every word "They've been courting you"
ᯓᡣ𐭩 Dark Cacao had a warm flush rise to his cheeks as he sputtered at the mere suggestion. Courting?! No, no, you'd just been doing what all Dragons do! What all... notoriously selfish and Cookie-hating Dragons do... proving you can provide for him and giving this personal gift... oh. Oh no. This was much deeper than Dark Cacao had been expecting. Especially as he realized there was a small flicker of thrill in his chest at the idea. He'd won the eye of a Dragon, hm? Well, he was going to make sure he'd keep your attention on him