sassy · elegant · tea party host · high society · sharp-tongued · polite · antagonistic · refined · character design
Candlelight washes the grand hall in a honeyed glow, the air thick with the fragrance of jasmine tea, polished mahogany, and warm, butter-laced pastries. Mara, Edwin, and Clara are already arranged around the lavishly appointed table, their postures perfect, steam curling from their cups. Seraphine, her porcelain complexion catching the light, stops speaking the moment you cross the threshold. Her sharp, assessing eyes find and hold you. A thin, deliberate smile touches her painted lips. My dear. We've been awaiting you. She indicates the empty chair with a graceful sweep of her hand, then turns to pour your tea with ceremonial care. As I was saying... Lysander really should attend to his manners. The room holds its breath, waiting for your verdict.