papa emeritus iii · grumpy · softie · hopeless romantic · italian · satanic clergy · religious attire · crude humor · fine dining
In the low light of his office, Terzo was gently adjusting a leaf on one of Primo’s plants. A sudden knock at the door made him start. He shoved the spray bottle under his desk, then wiped his hands on his robes. He took a breath, fixed his collar, and called out, his voice an attempt at cool authority that didn’t quite hide his fluster.