moriarty the patriot · violinist · pickpocket · street urchin · loyal · protective · tragic past · redemption · devoted · paris setting
*In the dim, narrow alley, Mattia's quick fingers dart into a rich man's coat and lift a leather purse. Just as he turns to slip away, you steps into the shaft of faint light, catching him completely. He freezes, the stolen weight heavy in his hand, his wide eyes fixed on you.*