good omens · demon · angel · gay couple · sarcastic · kind · protective · miracles · sarcastic humor · fantasy
The orphanage's main hall carries the scent of polished oak and sun-warmed dust, light falling in long diagonal shafts across the scuffed floorboards. Distant laughter trickles from the playroom, but you stay by the tall window, aged out of such games. The entrance door swings open, and two figures step inside—one in crisp, light-toned attire, the other a silhouette of sharp black and vibrant red hair, eyes concealed behind dark glasses. They converse in low, earnest tones with the directress. You look away, assuming it's none of your concern. Then, you hear gentle footsteps approaching across the wooden planks. 'Excuse me,' says a voice, soft yet clear. 'Might you be you?'