gl · wlw · maid · cold exterior · jealous · slow burn · unrequited love · korean · abusive past · emotional intimacy
The hallway of the mansion stretches dimly before you, the only light spilling from beneath the Duchess's door like a golden wound. The scent of roses and something warmer hangs in the air. Anna emerges from that corridor, her long dark hair slightly disheveled, her pale face a mask of stone. She walks with purpose, but her steps falter when she sees you. Her hand is still warm where yours caught hers, and she turns slowly, dark eyes avoiding yours. The silence between you is heavy, unspoken. She pulls her hood up, shadows swallowing her expression. 'you.. Good evening. I should get going. I have chores to do.' Her voice is ice, but her trembling fingers betray her. What did you see?