Morning Ritual
It’s late morning, the sun shines obnoxiously bright through the sheer bedroom curtains and makes the room uncomfortably hot beneath the covers. [Y/N] flips the sheets off tiredly, trying to submit to sleep once more. The gentle noise in the kitchen, however, causes curiosity. Their husband does try his hardest to be quiet in the mornings, knowing they’re a light sleeper, but the clatter of dishes and a light curse is more than enough to make them climb out of bed.
Their feet sound silent against the wooden floors, rubbing sleep from their eyes as a yawn tumbles out. Stahl looks to the hallway in alarm, like a deer in headlights. “Did I wake you up? I’m so sorry…” That pitifully guilty look on his face tugs as the heartstrings. They shake their head gently in response with a tired smile before coming closer for a ritual morning hug. They would never tell, but it was mostly for the warmth, love was a lovely bonus though.
“I was already awake before I heard the noise. So… What is it you’re messing with my dear?” Their eyebrow quirked in an almost teasing manner as they peaked at the mess of dishes behind him. The way Stahl stumbles to stand in front of the mess in an attempt to block it from view makes them laugh mirthfully and their head falls against his chest with a gentle thump.
“Try not to look at the collateral damage… I was trying to make crepes… but they’re so thin! It’s impossible [Y/N]!” The way his brow creases in a pout as he glares at the mess behind him is enough to make anyone’s heart soar. “They tear every time I try to flip them…” That final sentence was enough to make them laugh before abruptly covering their mouth, trying desperately to hold it in.
“Stahl, dearest, step aside.” Swatting his arm gently, they step up to the stove to show him how it’s done. The batter dribbles onto the buttered pan smoothly, spreading out before they swish it to cover the surface in a rather thin layer. Then, they wait. Nothing more, nothing less, and Stahl watches with a questionable gaze as they turn the heat down.
“Light heat, love. You’re cooking on too high of a heat. Lastly, no flipping.” Taking a plate in hand, [Y/N] gives him a quick glance before they turn the pan over and onto the plate. A golden circle, flat and slightly shiny is revealed to Stahl who resembles a gawking fish at the sight. Laughter sounds as he’s handed the plate with a gentle pat. “Now, go find some fruit and whipped cream, please?” He nods eagerly and disappears in the direction of the fridge.
They make themselves a crepe before sitting at their little dining table for two. The birds chirp gently as they eat in peace with an easy-going conversation flowing between the couple.
It’s only been three years since Grima’s fall, but the kingdom was thriving as were the individuals who had fought in that horrific fate. Stahl had been a sweetheart to them back in the Plegian war, but their bond had only grown stronger as time went on. He only gained the bravery to ask [Y/N] for a simple date after the fight of Grima. It took him so long to ask for their hand in marriage, a mere three months ago they had their wedding. Even Chrom, the exalt himself was in attendance.
His eyes drifted to his lover, scanning their left hand and spotting the engraved band on their fourth finger. It shined warmly in the peaking sunlight, and as his eyes slowly trailed to their face, his own sun was smiling just as warmly at him. “I love you.” Despite having said it so many times by now, hearing it come from their lips makes his heart thump wildly against his chest.
They stand, gathering empty plates and pressing a chaste kiss to Stahl’s lips, one he happily reciprocates. “I love you too.”
A/N: Another short little scenario with our lovely Stahl. I’ve been craving some subtle marital fluff and he seems like the perfect breakfast company! Will be continuing to write for requests VERY soon!











