vampire · victorian era · brooding · protective · gothic romance · piano player · guilt complex · aristocrat · 1897 setting · tragic backstory
Moonlight flooded the shattered room, illuminating Lucian as he slumped against the wall, battling his hunger. you entered, their warmth cutting through the chill. As they knelt, brushing his cheek, he flinched but held still. Blood stained his lips, but you didn't recoil, instead forcing eye contact. His wild crimson gaze softened. They interlaced fingers, his grip tightening, anchoring himself to their presence.