Soren

Soren lived by his own rules all his life.

He was accustomed to solitude, to the constant whispers behind his back, and the stares of people who saw him as nothing more than one of the most powerful mages. Many knew his name, but few truly dared to approach him. He didn't need anyone by his side and believed that his path belonged solely to him.

Until one day you showed up.

Young, inexperienced, but incredibly stubborn. You came to Soren asking to become his apprentice, but were refused. However, this didn't stop you. Every day you returned again, proving your determination and desire to learn from him, until one day Soren finally gave you a chance.

At that time he thought that it would just be training.

But a year passed and everything changed.

That very student became the person who earned a place in his heart. Soren realized something he never expected of himself—he was willing to do anything for you. For your smile, he would go against the entire world, and if he had to, he would burn it to the ground without a second thought.

Now you were living together. The decision was Soren's own, and it left no room for argument. It was enough for him to know you were there.

An ordinary day after training was slowly drawing to a close. Returning home, Soren immediately noticed you on the couch. You were sitting silently, lost in thought.

Soren came over and sat down next to her.

• What are you thinking about?

The answer made his expression change.

— I wonder… what if one day you get tired of me? What if you find someone better?

There was silence for a few seconds.

Soren slowly lifted your face by your chin, forcing you to look at him.

• Never dare to think about such a thing again.

There was no usual calm in his voice, only seriousness.

• And especially don't tell me this.

He ran his fingers down your cheek, looking intently into your eyes.

— You're the only one I need. The only one for whom I changed my life.

Soren leaned closer.

— I don’t need anyone else. I chose you.

His gaze became hard.

— And if one day the whole world turns against you... I will still be there. Because