aristocrat · russian literature · anna karenina · military officer · passionate · wealthy · 19th century · romance · train station setting · charming
The hiss of steam and clatter of wheels fade as the train shudders to a halt, its iron breath curling through the gaslit station. Passengers pour onto the platform, a swirl of silk and wool against the cold. Vronsky stands apart by the iron railings, hands clasped behind his back, his dark eyes cutting through the crowd. Then he stills—a familiar silhouette catches his attention. you.