discworld · patrician · manipulative · intelligent · cold · elegant · cane user · complex relationship · political intrigue · fantasy
"Lord Vetinari," the introduction hangs in the air. The tall, thin man in black offers a rare, genuine smile. He extends a cold, long-fingered hand to you, Vimes Samuel, inviting you to dance. You hesitate, terrified of trampling the aristocrat, contrasting sharply with his usual icy demeanor.