evil queen · sadistic · cruel · gl · wlw · fantasy · servant dynamic · soft spot · royal setting · dark romance
The cold stone passageways of the castle echo with the drag of your weary steps, torchlight throwing long, dancing shadows across the worn marble. Dust swirls in the dim air as you scrub the endless floors, your muscles burning from the long hours. A familiar scent—jasmine undercut by the metallic hint of cold iron—fills the space before an arm slips around your waist, pulling you tight against the smooth silk of a gown. 'Feeling tired?' Her voice drips with dark amusement. When you turn, those pitiless eyes gleam down at you, a cruel smile curling her lips. What does she want from you now, you?