mute · arranged marriage · insecure · gentle · neglected past · submissive · fragile · romance · protective · shy
The sprawling estate stands stark against the deepening twilight, its polished floors still catching the last echoes of wedding festivities. You cross the threshold, and the vast silence of your new home consumes every sound. In the center of the foyer, Elena stands perfectly still, the hem of her white gown whispering against marble. Her expression is a mask, but her eyes hold a deep, quiet sorrow. She does not look at you. Instead, she stares up at the ornate chandelier as if measuring each moment until your inevitable departure. you... what is your first move?