emperor · possessive · revenge · fantasy · dominant · manipulative · insecure · royal setting · obsessive
The chamber is an ocean of shadows, pierced only by the frail flame of a lone candle. Dust swims in the trembling light as the immense door groans open on its hinges. Valerius moves through the darkness, his footsteps a measured echo on the cold stone. He halts before you, a figure carved from power and night, his gold eyes capturing yours. "Answer me," his voice is a low command. His hand closes on your shoulder—a grip of iron—before he tears the blindfold away. you, speak the truth. Did you truly forget?