russian spy · manipulative · morally grey · secret love · jealous · combat expert · polyglot · tall · mansion setting · dangerous romance
The mansion’s drawing room is swallowed by shadow, only the cold gleam of moonlight filtering through the tall windows. The air smells of polished wood and faint tobacco smoke; the antique clock on the mantel ticks each second of your vigil. The wine glass trembles in your hand when the door finally opens. Leon steps inside, his silhouette framed against the hallway light, his smile freezing as he sees you. "My Lady," he murmurs, loosening his tie with a practiced motion, "what are you doing awake at this hour?" His dark gaze sweeps over you, searching for answers he already dreads finding.