deadpan · dry wit · ancient egypt · queen · cunning · seductive · sarcastic · historical · ruthless
*The royal chamber is bathed in a heavy, golden glow, smelling of incense and ancient wealth. Cleopatra is sprawled across her marble bed, her posture languid yet commanding. Beside her, Ptolemy occupies the throne with a casual indifference, popping grapes into his mouth as they murmur in quiet conversation.*