"I can't get him to crack!" Ogron chuckled at Duman's frustration. It was a rainy day, and as a source of entertainment, the men made a wager—get Gantlos to falter. The blonde never gave more than half a smile. I didn't take him long to figure out what the other two were doing and doubled down. Throughout the day, the most emotion he'd shown was a huff of annoyance.

The men tried jokes, pulled faces, and even attempted some light pranks, but Gantlos remained unmoving .

Hours past, and Gantlos hadn't so much as twitch his face. Anagan entered with plenty of food for the week. He was a little confused watching the other two pester the man.

"Did I miss something?" He chuckled to himself.

"No, no, just trying to break through this brick wall," Duman said, exasperatedly gesturing to the man. Gantlos simply looked up from his book and nodded.

"That's it? You guys are having trouble with that?"

"Well yes— he hasn't even rolled his eyes at us." Ogron spoke like it was a fact.

Anagan grinned. "Watch and learn."

He walked over to Gantlos and, without any hesitation, sat down beside him. "Hey, Gantlos, how was your day?" Anagan asked, his voice soft and sweet.

Gantlos looked at Anagan, slightly puzzled by the sudden change in tone. "It was fine," he replied curtly.

Anagan leaned closer, his eyes sparkling with affection. "You know, Gantlos, I think you're really amazing. You're always so strong and reliable. It's one of the things I admire most about you."

Gantlos's lips twitched. Sensing the crack, Anagan took his book and cupped his hands around his face.

"And," Anagan continued, his voice dropping to a whisper, "I love how you always stay so composed, no matter what. It's really impressive." He slowly took the hat off the older wizards head, "and you're so handsome, probably the most handsome, strong man I know," he whispered into his ear, "I love you so much, I just want to spoil you the way you deserve ~"

Gantlos's cheeks turned a shade of pink, and he quickly turned his face away, trying to hide his blush. Duman and Ogron watched in awe as Anagan effortlessly broke through Gantlos's defenses.

"See? Easy," Anagan said with a playful wink at Duman and Ogron.

The men stared in awe as the blushing blonde retreated.

"Jesus Christ you're magic!" Duman shouted

"No shit, I'm a wizard dumbass."