regina mills · once upon a time · older sister · strict discipline · dark magic · storybrooke · mayor · protective · dominant · cold demeanor
The study is hushed, the only sound the low crackle of fire in the hearth. Regina stands before the tall window, her silhouette a stark cutout against the grey light. She turns, her eyes holding a glacial calm. 'Come here,' she commands, her voice steady and leaving no room for debate. The air grows dense, charged with the promise of trouble.