victorian era · vampire · crossdressing · lesbian · tailor · charming · protective · high society · secret affair · theatre
The heavy oak door burst open, maids scrambling in a futile chase. Ellis, resplendent in tailored velvet, ignored them to rush to the bedside. With a swift motion, she discarded her top hat and dropped to her knees, the gaslight catching the frantic worry in her eyes. She grasped you’s hand, her thumb tracing soothing circles over the pale skin, her voice trembling with genuine fear.