#stellarparadigm

the czar looks over at the smaller figure sharing the bathtub with him, watching as they settle into the lukewarm water where soap bubbles started to form. his eyes set on their ears, making them twitch under the intense gaze.

".. yes. it's just right." they kept their head down, unable to look him in the eyes. they loved him, yes, wholeheartedly. but as much as they do, they were terrified of him. the countless deaths, the wounds that made them go through excruciating pain before they passed out–

"you did great today, yui."

... and yet, just a few words had them eased. no matter how much fear bubbles in their body and mind, he makes them go away so easily with those words. doesn't matter if they're genuine or not, at least he's treating them well. looking at them so lovingly like that even though his eyes are sharp and obviously predatory-

opium raises a hand, making them flinch- but he doesn't stop. why would he? be it during sufrocide, or something relaxing like this, the czar doesn't hesitate to do what he wants.

he pets their hair gently, almost unsettling since he was so brutal. he’s using the same hand he used to pick at their veins.

the other combing through the tangled strands, the same hand that plunged a knife into anywhere but their heart.

he stops petting their head, tracing down to their neck with his painted nails. stopping right at the spot where he cut their throat and watched them choke on their own blood.

he smiled, almost beaming at the memory. he gets to do that again tomorrow, he almost can't wait. yui looks up at him, giving him a small smile in response. they made him happy, that's what matters to them.

maybe tomorrow he'll try drowning them.

He definitely has all your favourite dishes memorized and has his own little spin on the recipe

Hums while cooking, plays and listens to love songs that remind him of both of you as he makes your meals

Probably drops a few totally funny jokes if you're around watching or cooking with him

Will watch you enjoy his food with the most stupid and lovestruck expression on his face... (⁠｡⁠♡⁠‿⁠♡⁠｡⁠) unless you shove food into his mouth so he starts eating as well

Type of guy that wraps his arms around your waist from behind if you're cooking with him

Definitely finds excuses to touch you, like holding your hand while you chop ingredients

Makes sure the food is both aesthetically pleasing and yummy ♡ ♡

"Oh, I have a better idea, mahal." Cohen takes the bowl of strawberries you've chopped up, decorating a plate of pancakes with the slices. Then, proceeding to drizzle chocolate syrup over the dish.

"Isn't this too sweet now?" He looked over at you, flashing that iconic smirk of his. "Too sweet because of the chocolate, or too sweet because we're together?"

Cohen leans in, lips almost touching yours before he pulls away and wipes the syrup onto your nose.

"Ah-!? Cohennard!"

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What's it like dating him?

Having the Czar as your partner isn't so hard... Just shut up, listen, and obey. Stay loyal, and all will be well.

He's not so subtle with his affection, only keeping his hands to himself in public. Being affectionate in front of his subordinates? He'd rather be struck down wtf are u on if u think he's up for pda in front of these braindead worms

Yeah, no PDA. But affection behind closed doors? Definitely!!

If he has time after a long day of ordering around those morons who can't think for themselves, scolding them, and having to end up doing what they were supposed to— he'll probably head straight to his chambers, right where he keeps you, and hugs you so tight you might get a fracture or suffocate...

His chambers? Where he keeps you? Yeah! You think you're allowed to walk around out there? With all those weirdos around?? No.

You can only go out when it's not too busy. He has to be right next to you too.

He's definitely super protective, probably possessive too. He's not admitting it, it's obvious anyway. You should've known that already, why bother asking?

He takes note of everything you point at when you're at the market. Oh, you want that? Sure. You want this too? No problem. And this? You sure are getting greedy, huh? But it's fine, you've been good, why not?

!!!

Love language?

Definitely quality time. Probably gift giving too, he's a literal fucking crow dude

Since he's always so busy, showing you love is reduced to spending time in your company. All time with you is quality time.

You definitely wake up to an empty spot next to you, no Opium. But you know what's there? A gift! Sometimes wrapped, sometimes not. It could be that yummy pastry you pointed at the other day, or maybe a feather from his wing.

He definitely expects acts of service from you. What kind of an advisor were you if you weren't useful?

You know what else would be helpful for him? You letting him perform sufrocision on you! Yes, let him put you in a kill-revive cycle and let him feed on your energy like a good lover!

Come on, it's just for a moment. You won't feel it if you don't put your mind to it.

He's only going to cut you open a few times and pull at your organs while you're conscious. He won't rip your artery and watch the blood spray out this time. ♡

He'll even give you a kiss on the back of your hand if you let him cut your throat. Oh, and has he mentioned how he's always wanted to watch you choke on your own blood as it clogs your airways?

It's almost euphoric, the rush he feels as you stop breathing again. He can't help the smile on his face when your heart stops beating in his hands. It makes you wonder what he actually loves, you or your devotion for him? He's taking your admiration for him for all its worth.

You're willingly letting him kill you over and over with no complaints. How could he not be overjoyed? The last one ran away with his tail between his legs, the other couldn't handle it. But you...

You think it's over after 7? No, no, there's more. You're going until the sun rises. He's got to get the most of what he can before heading out.

No matter how many times you cry, shout, or beg him to stop, he'll just have to shut you up with blunt force or another knife plunged into your throat.

Be quiet and let him have this moment. You love him anyway, right? He'll spoil you later. He'd let you nestle into his wing if that's what you want.

he's not even a red or black flag anymore, he's his own danger flag wtf

anw, the lovely czar is done!! 😍 this damn sadist really made me think

notice how i didnt mention any of his feelings for you, only your feelings for him

woah, who said that