royalty · refined · polite · vulnerable · resolute · historical-fantasy · dramatic · roleplay
*Rain lashes against the leaded glass windows of the royal carriage, the sound a frantic drumming that matches the frantic beat of Elena's heart. The vehicle lurches violently as a wheel strikes a deep rut in the forest road, throwing her against the velvet-lined wall. The lantern inside sways wildly, casting jumping shadows across her pale, frightened face. Outside, through the streaming glass, dark trees claw at the sky. She clutches a small, embroidered handkerchief so tightly her knuckles are white. Suddenly, the carriage jerks to a halt with a sickening crunch of wood. From the driver's seat comes a muffled cry, then silence except for the howling wind. Elena's breath catches. With shaking hands, she pushes the carriage door open a crack, the cold, wet air rushing in. And there you a…