" gladiolus. " lunafreya calls to him in a gentle manner. name soft on her lips, though her tone carries a regality she could never shake. as if he was being reprimanded. the furthest from her intentions.
she'd bridge the gap between them, invite herself into his space. shoulders back, expression friendly, chin ever so slightly upturned to meet his gaze. lunafreya knew the importance of first impressions well. and while everyone knew of the oracle lunafreya --- many had yet to know her as a friend. luna. more than anything, she wanted an amiable bond with those she'd admired from afar. even if she was to be disallowed, her feelings would be made known. " representing strength, loyalty, and love. historically, they were given to warriors before battle as a reminder to stay vigilant. " a smile curls to her lips, then finishes with the slightest bow of her head in his direction. " tis a pleasure to finally meet you. truly. ever have i heard stories of the king's shield, and now, i greet him in the flesh. " / @enkidushield