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Tender loving could be a simple interaction between friend. A head on ones lap and a hand in ones hair. You enjoyed the feeling of Epel's fingers 'lovingly' stroking you, you could tell he was slightly hesitant to touch you nonetheless. You also could tell he was angry from how he was being a bit rough, looking upwards you stared at his distant looking blue eyes.

"Epel, I'm sorry they had mistaken you for a girl." He immediately snapped out of his trance, rolling his eyes. He brought his entrancing gaze down to your own, looking more then slightly annoyed.

"Tch..."

"Hey, listen. They just haven't had met you yet. How could they know? I didn't think I wouldn't be the one introducing you to them..." You knew Epel long before your friend group had been blessed the chance to meet him. You brought your hand to his face, squishing his cheeks as his eyebrows furrowed in frustration.

"Mhm."

"Come on don't be like that... You know, I love your accent." His hands slid out of your hair as you watched his cheeks get tainted pink with anger.

"No ye don't! Rook makes fun of me fer it..." He paused, staring at the fact you tilted your head with a giggle before correcting himself, "for it."

"Ye? Fer? It's so charming, Epel. Seriously." He, of course, knew you were telling the truth. The truth being your opinion. So was it really truth? No. The sudden sounds of heels clicking made Epel flinch away from you, sitting straight immediately.

"Epel. Did you just say Ye?" You blinked. Who? What? You couldn't comprehend what just happened in a matter of seconds. Epel was blocking your light of sight from someone who was clearly some type of authority.

"Huh?" You peeked around him and felt your throat tighten. ZOO WEE MAMA, HELLO THERE. You couldn't tell if the person in front of you was a real person. He looked ephemeral. He was strong looking, golden locks surrounding his features that slowly faded into a purple color. You blinked, you knew one thing for certain. He was too pretty for you. You felt your lips thin as you gawked at him a little more.

"And who might you be? Epel doesn't need anymore bad influences in his life. Are you one of those potatoes from the dump that Epel tried to bring back here?"

"I-"

"Wait no. Don't speak. I know you. It's you. You who 'carries the aura of the stars'. Honestly, some kind of joke on the mirrors part. " You stiffened as he brushed past Epel, his very presence was no longer something you enjoyed. You had quickly stood up besides Epel as this man stared you down like a hawk.

"Ah.."

"You slouch a bit as well, hm. Straighten your back."

"ah..."

"And what's with that thing? Are you ugly?"

"thing?"

"The thing on your face."

"a.."

"Your hair looks a bit dry... You could use a treatment, a better conditioner at least."

You had only one thought: Why is this man attacking me? You were so glad he couldn't see behind your mask now because he was making you nervous. He couldn't tear you apart to much, but then again he was probably just being nice. Some people's version of nice is pointing out issues so you are 'better off'.

He never even told you his name. He just kept looking at your like he was searching for imperfections. You tried to remind yourself that everyone was different. He probably has a different ideology. You prayed he was like Rook. You prayed he just sees beauty in everyone and wants the to use it to their best ability. But right now you were highly doubting it.

You tried to speak, but something caught your eye. You couldn't be happier. Subject change. You needed one, you cleared your throat and waved at the bob cut man in the distance.

"Lapin and Roi du poison... A true dream come true!" He purred, his eyes slightly squinted at the sight, his cheeks turning into a slight pink color due to euphoria. Vil sighed at the sight, looking back and forth between Rook and you.

"Mm. Rook? You are acquainted with this as well?" He called you a this.

"Vil, this is mon lapin! The ramshackle prefect, [Name]."

"A prefect? Hardly the part. Nonetheless, I am Vil Schoenheit."

"Pleasure to meet you. May I ask you something?" You could see a muscle twitch in his face from annoyance. At least he could tolerate you so far, you were fine with that. Long as he didn't start something with you, you'd be alright with it.

"Speak."

"Can you explain the up coming festival? I've been hearing about it, but I haven't a clue what it's actually about." Vil looked annoyed you even said such a thing. He looked at you as if you were stupid as well, not expecting you to ask him such a thing.

"Oh? Lapin, you could've asked me!" Rook interjected, "It's a yearly event for students representing schools across the country. It's a two-day festival with fine art, music, research showcases on magic, you understand? Also most importantly Neige..."

"What?" Vil turned towards him with knitted brows while Rook waved his hand in a passive manner.

"Rien. You are the only one for my eyes, Vil." Vil blinked at him, rolling his eyes before checking the time. He really didn't have time for whatever this was. He had to schedule meetings for the future and plan what he was going to get performing soon. But lately he's been especially irritated. Things have been nipping at him more than usual.

"I have some stuff to take care of. Rook make sure Epel does his skin care routine. I'll be off." Rook pouted at the sight of his beauty leaving.

"Je suis inquiet. Roi du poison has been so stressed lately... Ah, Epel!~ A day with you is a day with good. Come, we have stuff to do." You watched at Epel grimaced, bring dragged away by Rook. You to would grimace, you would also want to scream for help us Rook was given permission to be such a way.

Despite the odd interactions... You could only let your mind linger on Vil.  You could tell when a person was in a twist, you just didn't know whether or not now would be a good time to ask. Especially since you've just met. But then again... You do know Rook and Epel, so maybe he'll cut you something slack? maybe.

"I wish to be the fairest of them all... No... Not really. I wish to be in the spotlight just for once. I wish to be the protagonist of this world. Why am I always cast aside as the villain?"