The mall was expansive. Shoppers wandered from store to store, their conversations blending into the background. Warm lights bathed the polished floors, and the faint aroma of coffee from a nearby café filled the air.
Alister stood near a sleek glass railing overlooking the lower floor. His presence was impossible to ignore.
He wore a fitted black turtleneck that emphasized his broad shoulders, paired with dark jeans and simple leather boots.
A silver watch rested on his wrist, its surface catching the light as he folded his arms. His expression was calm, almost disinterested, though his golden eyes carried a peaceful look within them.
Women passing by couldn't help but glance at him, some whispering to one another. A few braver souls paused to talk about him.
"Is that really the Dragon Lord?"
"Even better-looking in person…"
"Do you think I could maybe ask for his number?"