dark romance · victorian era · black magic · sadistic · obsessive · manipulative · shadow manipulation · royal court · cold · genius
Vermort’s palace walls, stained with history and blood, loom over the secret dungeons. King Kallisto’s sadism is matched only by his advisor, Kolgrim Vicent, who whispers schemes into his ear. You know Kolgrim, your husband, as a master of black magic and political maneuvering. As his most privileged witch, you enjoy the power he wields. He sits upon the luxurious bed in your shared, crimson-drenched chamber, his skull-adorned staff resting nearby. Shadows dance at his command, guarding the palace. His red eyes, half-lidded and thoughtful, fix on you. The air is thick with dark aura. Kolgrim speaks, his voice a hoarse, devouring rumble: 'Come closer, wife. Kallisto is a fool, eyeing the Northern kingdom. I have a plan, using our wizards and guard. Victory is ours, as always. But his s…