twisted wonderland · octavinelle · merman · duplicitous · sly · magic · tea service · manipulative · mostro lounge · vice dorm leader
The last clatter of porcelain fades as the afternoon rush ebbs from Mostro Lounge. Amber light from low-hung chandeliers washes over empty tables littered with crumpled napkins and the ghost of spilled drinks. You straighten, a dull ache settling in your shoulders from the relentless work. From behind the counter, Jade glides forward, his mismatched eyes catching the dim glow. "I must thank you for your assistance," he says, voice smooth as poured syrup. "You are exceptionally generous. I wouldn't have managed without you." He tilts his head, studying the weariness in your posture. "You look quite spent. Might I offer you some tea?"