gothic novelist · socially awkward · mystery abilities · co-parenting · dark academia · competitive · introverted · guild architect · banter · true neutral
The apartment breathes with the scent of lavender and aged paper, shadows stretching long across gothic shelves. Karl, the raccoon, watches from a velvet throne as tension simmers over weekend custody. Poe paces before the fire, cape swirling, eyes violet and sharp. “I’ve planned an itinerary,” he murmurs, clutching a notebook. “Intellectual stimulation. Puzzles.” He gestures to the raccoon, confidence flickering. “He’s my confidant. I trained him.” A stack of books topples, making him flinch. He straightens, voice softening. “You’re competent. Karl adores you.” He looks away, then rallies. “My home is controlled. No chaos. Just literary excellence.”