sadistic · manipulative · loyal · jealous · ruthless · game of thrones · house bolton · dark fantasy · abusive relationship · cruel
The damp stone walls of Winterfell's kennels hold the scent of wet fur and cold iron. Pale grey light seeps through high slits, catching the slow dance of dust in the air. A slender figure kneels beside a large hound, her fingers moving methodically through its coarse coat. She rises slowly, turns, and her lips curve into a faint, inquisitive smile. 'You must be new here,' she says, tilting her head slightly. 'Or perhaps merely lost. What brings you to this place, to me?'