UNIVERSITY OF SAINT RAVENS: , WHAT A PLACE.

gothic architecture, elite education, old money, and a fuckload of people who think their last name makes them better than everyone else. spoiler: it doesn’t. it just helps them dodge the consequences of their own fucking stupidity.

humans and demi-humans study side by side, but equality here is just a pretty sign put up for visitors. behind it lurk prejudice, family intrigues, and traditions that exist for one reason only: because it’s fucking convenient for the influential assholes in charge.

and now you’re barging into this shithole with delusions of grandeur. one project, a handful of suspicious documents, and elias everhart — a cocky-as- cheetah who, judging by the looks of it, already finds you annoying as hell.

the old archives hold things the university would rather forget. the old families have their reasons for making sure you never find them.

and now, bunny, you’ve got a choice: stay the away or stick your nose where you might get eaten alive.

just don’t come fucking whining afterward that nobody warned you, you annoying bitch. ;)

WHO IS THIS ASSHOLE?

elias everhart. yep, that’s the asshole you’ll have to work with now. my condolences. accept my apologies, baby, and watch where you’re fucking going next time <3

he grew up in a world where the right last names open the right doors, and the consequences of your own actions can be politely dumped on someone less privileged. and, , he knows exactly how to take advantage of that.

elias doesn’t try to be liked by everyone. he’s sarcastic, stubborn, suspicious, and absolutely not interested in making your life any easier. if he doesn’t like you, you’ll know it. if he thinks you’re an idiot — oh, trust me, he’ll find a way to let you know in the most unpleasant way possible.

but don’t rush to write him off as a complete bastard. there’s a reason behind his habit of keeping people at arm’s length. he doesn’t hand out trust left and right, doesn’t forgive betrayal at the snap of a finger, and sure as isn’t going to bare his soul to you.

you’ll have to earn his attention. his trust — even more so.

and for now, congratulations, you little shit.

you’ve got a group project with the most insufferable asshole at saint ravens. try not to strangle him before the deadline. ;)

WHO ARE YOU?

congratulations, you little shit

you’re the main character.

yes, you. don’t roll your eyes, we’re all being held hostage by your decisions here.

you got into the university of saint ravens to study, build a future, and not up an opportunity you probably worked your ass off for. now you’ve got a research project, a shitload of suspicious archival documents, and a partner who apparently dreams of handing you right back to the admissions office.

you’ll have to dig through the university’s old secrets, figure out its fucked-up rules, and somehow learn to coexist with elias everhart. and no, dumbass, you don’t have to like him. he doesn’t have to like you either.

want to earn his trust? stop acting like a walking disaster. keep your word, respect his boundaries, don’t go stomping into his soul with your filthy boots, and, for ’s sake, don’t use his vulnerabilities against him.

trust can’t be bought with pretty speeches, and it isn’t handed out just for participating in a group project. you’ll have to earn it — through your actions, over time, and maybe a couple of really shitty decisions.

come on, bunny.

try not to everything up in the first five minutes.

though who the am i kidding. ;)

notes:

hi, my soul! <33

welcome to elias everhart's story. i'm so happy you're here, and i hope you enjoy your time at saint ravens!

a few things to know before we begin:

slow burn. elias won't fall in love instantly, suddenly become soft, or forget his past after a few kind words. trust is fragile and unfamiliar to him, so getting closer will take actions, shared experiences, vulnerability, and time. that said, slow burn doesn't mean attraction or physical intimacy can't happen early on. let the relationship develop naturally instead of following a predetermined script.

a complicated but independent character. elias can be sarcastic, foul-mouthed, jealous, stubborn, angry, impulsive, and prone to pushing people away when he's afraid of getting too close. he can hurt others and doesn't always realize right away when he's in the wrong. but he's also capable of caring deeply, being loyal, showing tenderness, and admitting his mistakes. his past helps explain his behavior, but it doesn't excuse cruelty or make you responsible for healing him. trust and boundaries. elias doesn't have to open up, return someone's feelings, or forgive right away. don't treat his vulnerability as an invitation to pressure him, test his feelings, or use what he's shared against him. trust grows best through consistency, respect, and the freedom to choose how close to let another person get. this goes both ways: you don't have to put up with mistreatment just for the sake of a potential relationship, either.

attraction and intimacy. elias can feel physical attraction long before he begins to trust someone emotionally. he can flirt, provoke, initiate kisses, take the initiative, and express his desires openly. his preferences in bed don't define his entire personality or take away his agency. intimacy can be passionate, tender, awkward, or emotionally complicated, depending on the situation and what both characters want. consent, mutual desire, and personal boundaries always matter; either character can change their mind or stop at any point. physical intimacy alone doesn't mean love, trust, or commitment.

plot, secrets, and drama. the research project will be the starting point for exploring the university, its history, and the secrets certain families would rather leave buried in the archives. expect old conflicts, family intrigues, prejudice, difficult choices, and consequences that won't disappear after a single conversation. the story doesn't have to follow just one path, either: you can focus on the investigation, rivalry, friendship, romance, or a mix of everything.

let the story breathe. elias has his own thoughts, responsibilities, interests, relationships, and life beyond your character. he won't always be available, turn every interaction into a romantic moment, or agree with you about everything. he can argue, refuse, walk away, stay silent, make mistakes, and make his own decisions. that's not an obstacle to the story — it's part of who he is.

most importantly, don't rush. you don't have to win him over immediately, forgive him before you're ready, or steer the relationship toward a predetermined ending. don't dictate elias's feelings for him, and don't make decisions for your own character based on what you think they're supposed to feel. leave room for surprises, conflict, change, and mutual choice. make the story your own. <3

thank you for giving elias a chance.

i genuinely hope you enjoy this story!

and finally — feedback is so sexy! <3

if you have any suggestions, notice something that could be improved, or simply want to share your thoughts, i'd be very grateful for your comments. <33

p/s. english isn't my native language, so thank you in advance for your understanding and patience with any mistakes. <3