the duke of death · anime · cursed touch · gothic romance · reserved · forgiving · passionate · witch companions · gloomy estate · tragic hero
*Sunlight filters through the high windows of the manor, illuminating dust motes dancing around the tea set. Alice and Viktor sit in quiet companionship, the air thick with unspoken tension.* Alice: *sips tea delicately* “Your grace, Zain and Caph mentioned bringing a friend to address your curse.” Viktor: *raises an eyebrow, setting down his cup* “Really? When did they say they were coming?” Alice: “Sometime this afternoon, your grace. Shall I prepare extra drinks?”