What's it like to date Blade?
sfw blade x gn!reader headcanons
a/n: the last fic for this month before i get busy with exams!
Blade isn't the type to hold hands in public or make grand gestures, but he is always there. If you’re walking through a crowded area, he’ll subtly position himself between you and the crowd, or he’ll stand just a step behind you.
Blade loves sitting on a balcony or a high ledge with you, watching the stars or the sunset. He knows he has seen centuries of them, but seeing them through your eyes makes them feel new again. There's always a tug at the corner of lips when he sees you point at the stars, counting them or trying to name them all.
Blade learns everything about you without you saying a word. He’ll notice the exact moment your eyes grow tired or when you’re feeling cold. He won't ask "Are you okay?" instead, he’ll simply drape his heavy, dark coat over your shoulders or hand you a drink before you even realize you're thirsty.
Does Blade sleep with you? Yes, but it’s not always "cuddly" in a traditional way. He is a restless sleeper. If you are with him, he finds he can actually rest. He might not sleep deeply, but he will drift in a state of semi consciousness, lulled by the sound of your breathing or the warmth of your body near his.
Blade often sleeps with his arm draped heavily over your waist or pulls you close to his chest. He needs to feel the steady rhythm of your heartbeat to drown out any noise in his own mind. Sometimes, he won't sleep at all. He’ll lie there in the dark, watching the rise and fall of your chest.
Blade has large, calloused hands meant for gripping a sword. When he holds your hand, he is incredibly careful, as if he’s afraid he might accidentally break something as precious as you.
Blade hates almost everyone calling him nicknames, but if you call him something sweet, he won't correct you. He might huff or give a tiny, almost invisible smirk, but he secretly loves the way it sounds coming from your lips.
Blade finds a strange peace in your hair. Whether he’s brushing it for you or just letting his fingers wander through it while you talk, it’s a grounding sensation. If you’re leaning against him, he might rest his chin on the top of your head, just breathing in the scent of your hair.
If you want to talk about your day, Blade will listen attentively. He might not have much to say in response, but he remembers every tiny detail. If you mentioned a specific flower or a type of tea a week ago, he might quietly leave it near you without a word of explanation.
There is a very specific, rare expression Blade gets when he knows he’s won an argument or successfully teased you. It’s not a full grin, it’s just a slight, lopsided lift of one side of his mouth. It’s his way of saying, 'You're easy to read,' and it’s incredibly smug.
Blade knows exactly how much his presence affects you. If he notices you getting flustered, he might lean in just a little too close to your ear, or let his hand linger on your waist just a second longer than necessary. He’ll watch your reaction with a quiet, amused intensity, enjoying the fact that he can make you lose your cool.
Blade's "tsk" or his huff of breath is often a mask. If he "tsks" when you do something cute, it’s rarely because he’s annoyed, it’s because he’s trying to hide the fact that his heart just skipped a beat.
If Blade is feeling particularly soft ( which is rare and very special ), he won't just pat you. He’ll let his hand linger. He might run his fingers through your hair or use his thumb to trace the line of your jaw after he’s patted your head. It’s a slow, deliberate movement that turns a simple "good job" into a silent confession of affection.
If you fall asleep on Blade's shoulder, he will stay frozen in that exact position for as long as it takes for you to wake up. He won't move a muscle because he doesn't want to disturb your rest.
Blade likes to interlock his fingers with yours. His hands are a bit larger than yours, so your hand feels slightly swallowed by it, which makes you feel incredibly safe.
Blade can be petty, but he can't stay petty if you are physically touching him. If you lean into his space, wrap your arms around his waist, or nuzzle into his neck, his "cold" exterior will melt almost instantly. He'll try to keep the grumpy face for a few seconds, but he'll eventually sigh, wrap his arms around you, and mutter, "…You're infuriating."