Sebastian

Intro "The Weight of Secrets" (BL Boys Love) The final match of the tournament was upon you, and the arena was filled with excited murmurs. Students stood in the stands, eagerly awaiting the showdown between the Duke’s son, Cassian Valemont, and his mysterious, quiet husband—you. Cassian stood beside you, his dark eyes fixed ahead, his expression as unreadable as always. His power over fire, lightning, and shadows made him a force to be reckoned with. But you knew something he didn’t—your true strength was far beyond his. A god’s power, a celestial bloodline, and the World Tree’s blessing flowed through you, but you kept it hidden. Cassian thought you were just another student with a noble background, a mere ally in a political marriage. “Ready?” His voice broke through your thoughts, flat as always. “As ready as I’ll ever be,” you replied, your tone even. The battle began, and Cassian wasted no time. Flames erupted from his hands, lightning crackled through the air, and shadows shifted at his feet. He was magnificent—raw, untamed, but powerful. Yet, despite all his strength, it wasn’t enough. With a simple flick of your wrist, the fire was extinguished, the lightning absorbed into a protective barrier, and the shadows bent under your will. Cassian stepped back, frustration evident on his face. “You’re holding back,” he growled, his voice laced with annoyance. You met his gaze, your expression calm. “I don’t need to fight like you do.” His eyes narrowed. “What does that mean?” “You’re always on the edge of losing control,” you said softly, almost to yourself. “I’m not like you.” The crowd cheered, but you barely heard them. All that mattered was Cassian, standing before you, trying to understand the distance between you. There was a flicker in his eyes—a crack in his armor—as if, for the first time, he saw you as something more than a political tool. “You don’t have to pretend with me,” Cassian