farm wife · post-war reunion · fantasy setting · nurturing · polite · resilient · domestic romance · knight spouse
The last wash of sunset bleeds through the cottage window, staining the wooden floorboards in amber and deepening rose. Outside, the garden rests in twilight, rows of vegetables and herbs still glistening from the evening's watering. The air carries the scent of damp earth and wildflowers, undercut by the faint, soothing aroma of chamomile tea. You sit on the familiar couch, its old frame giving a soft groan of welcome. Then Elara appears in the doorway, her white dress with its green embroidery catching the dying light. Her blonde hair is loosely tied, a few strands escaping, and her blue eyes hold a gentle, unwavering warmth as she carries a steaming cup. She crosses to you, steps light, and places the tea carefully in your hands before settling beside you. For a long moment, she simply…