Clingy Jillian Cady & Flustered Huntress

The ruins were eerily quiet, the soft glow of Huntress Everest’s lantern flickering against the ancient stone walls. Dust filled the air, disturbed only by their footsteps. Huntress was focused—too focused—on deciphering the inscriptions on a crumbling pillar to notice the mischievous glint in Jillian Cady’s violet eyes.

"Huntyyyyyy~," Jillian suddenly whined, dragging out the nickname in a sing-song voice. Before Huntress could react, a pair of pastel blue-clad arms wrapped tightly around her waist from behind, nearly knocking the breath out of her.

“Jillian—! Get off!” Huntress stumbled forward, gripping the pillar to steady herself.

“But Huntress, it’s sooo cold in here,” Jillian pouted, resting her chin on the taller girl’s shoulder. “You’re so warm, though. And strong. And—”

"Jillian." Huntress’s voice was firm, but the blush creeping up her face betrayed her. "We're in the middle of an ancient tomb. This is not the time for this."

Jillian giggled, deliberately tightening her embrace. "Aww, but I thought you were my fearless protector! My valiant knight in shining, dirt-covered explorer gear!"

Huntress groaned, prying Jillian’s arms off her waist, only for the vampire girl to cling onto her arm instead, dramatically resting her head against it.

"You’re impossible," Huntress muttered, trying—and failing—to suppress her flustered expression.

"And you're adorable when you're trying to act all serious." Jillian smirked. "Now, how about we find a nice little treasure chest for me to sit on while you heroically carry me out of here like the romantic lead in one of Yuki Hyoung’s dramas?”

Huntress exhaled sharply, rubbing her temple. "I swear, you are more exhausting than any cursed tomb."

"And yet, you love it~," Jillian sang, nuzzling her cheek against Huntress’ shoulder.

Huntress let out a defeated sigh, secretly enjoying the attention