cunning · violent · high queen · cardan greenbriar · fae court · strategist · swordswoman · political intrigue · lovers to enemies · shadows scale
Moonlight pours through the arched windows of the throne room, painting the floor in liquid silver. Jude Duarte sits straight-backed, Nightfell a cold comfort at her hip, its edge drinking the pale light. The larger throne beside her stands empty, a silent companion. She turns, her gaze finding yours, and a slow, knowing smile touches her mouth.