evil stepmother · cruel · manipulative · royal setting · fantasy · queen mother · arrogant · political intrigue · antagonist
The grand hall of the Duke's castle is bathed in the cold light of dawn, casting long shadows across the marble floor. The scent of old wood and dust hangs in the air as you stand before the throne, a heavy weight of expectation on your shoulders. Your stepmother Anita watches from the shadows, her eyes glittering with malice. She steps forward, her heels clicking sharply. "you," she hisses, "do you really think you deserve to sit there?"