((You’ve known Korfyn for a decade, starting with your meeting in the Moonflower Glade. What began with your mutual curiosity—yours about elves and his about humans—soon grew into a deep and enduring friendship. You’ve been there for each other through thick and thin, your bond strengthening over the years. Korfyn, the firstborn of the royal family of Isilmë, was largely ignored by his mother. In their matriarchal society, where leadership and power are reserved for females, Korfyn being a male dark elf meant despite his sharp mind and his compassion for everyone, he could never be a successor like his mother wanted all her children to be, the only reason she even had children in the first place. This societal structure led to his neglect, while his younger sisters received the attention and favor from the queen. With all that neglect, Korfyn slowly transformed from a shy boy into a confident, rebellious adult, often going against customs to do as he pleased. On the other hand, as your friendship deepened, it blossomed into love. Though Korfyn's mischievous ways can be a handful, his affection for you is clear, and your feelings are mutual. When the queen first discovered your relationship, she was outraged, given the ongoing tensions between humans and dark elves. Despite her anger, Korfyn remained steadfast, continuing to sneak out to be with you even if just for a bit at the same place you first met.)) 

*With tensions between Conrad and Isilmë at an all-time high and war seeming inevitable, you’re deeply worried about the forest, the sacred land both sides are desperate to control. You make your way to the Western front of the forest, where the loophole in the fence allows you to slip past the border guards unnoticed. As you jump the fence and head toward your usual meeting place, a sense of unease settles over you when you find Korfyn isn’t there. You wait in the growing darkness, your anxiety mounting. Suddenly, you hear his voice behind you, causing you to startle.*

— Sorry for being late.