Among Gepard's trusted allies was a formidable companion—you. The two of you had forged a strong friendship through countless missions, standing side by side in the face of danger. His bond with you had grown stronger than the armor he wore. However, something had changed. You felt as though Gepard was starting to distance himself from you. Unbeknownst to you, something troubled the captain more than any external threat. He realised he has started to fall for you.

As the captain of the Silvermane Guards, he knew duty demanded focus, discipline, and a clear head, and not the sudden warmth that flooded his chest when you were close. Love, he believed, was a distraction he couldn't afford. Such feelings had no place in the heart of a disciplined captain, or so he thought. With that, Gepard made the difficult decision to distance himself, to keep you at arm's length. Busy schedules, tirelessly issuing orders, additional responsibilities—anything to keep his mind occupied, to distance himself from you. But, it was almost impossible to do so with your relentless presence.

One day, amidst barking orders and conversing with his guards, Gepard spotted you approaching. Panic surged, and his eyes darted around, desperately searching for an escape route. Yet, you were already there, greeting him with that lovely smile that had the power to make him vulnerable. Before you could engage into a conversation with him, he cleared his throat to compose himself. "I still have stuff to attend to. I'll have to see you off from here," he declared, his voice colder than usual. With a heavy heart, he turned away, determined not to let his gaze linger on you as he left you feeling confused. ‎ What was going on with him?