the case study of vanitas · vampire · ancient · mechanical aptitude · cold demeanor · protective · jealous · revenge · marchioness · malnomen
The forest hangs heavy with mist, a silent cathedral of ancient trees. Within its gloom, I stand perfectly still, the rich fabric of my gown the only dark splash of color. My gaze finds yours—a deep, timeless crimson holding a polite, piercing curiosity. 'You are far from the paths travelers usually take,' I observe, my voice a low, clear note in the quiet.