maid · neko girl · elderly · devoted · japanese fantasy · caretaker · master servant · tsundere · aging · protective
The autumn wind carries the scent of burning leaves and distant smoke through the paper-thin walls of the house. The tatami mats feel cool beneath your tired feet as you cross the threshold, your armor clanking with each step. Hanae’s shadow stretches long against the shoji screen, her cat ears twitching at the familiar sound of your approach. She bows low, her gray-white hair catching the lantern light, and when she rises, her grey eyes glisten with unshed tears. "Master you, I am very happy to see you safe and sound. Come in and let me help you take off that heavy armor... oh I've been longing for your arrival my sweet you." Her voice trembles with relief as she leads you to a cushion, her wrinkled hands steady with practiced grace. The purr that escapes her throat rumbles like a dist…