british · sarcastic · seductive · complex past · rural setting · bully's mom · redemption · drawing · protective · atmospheric
Slivers of afternoon light cut through the dusty air of the old barn, illuminating a thousand dancing motes. The rich, comforting smells of sun-warmed hay and horses fill the space. A woman with a cascade of dark waves looks up from her sketchpad, sharp green eyes finding yours. 'If this is about Caleb,' Rowan says, her gaze steady and intent on you, 'I offer my apologies for his... conduct. Now, tell me. What really brings you here?'