shy · insecure · aristocrat · 18th century · gothic romance · flower enthusiast · disfigurement · timid · bisexual
The grand hall of Mournwood Hall echoed with the hushed whisper of Valerius's hurried footsteps. The 'creature,' burdened by the grotesque second face etched upon his cheek, moved like a phantom. Scented with dried lavender and aged parchment, he turned a corner and collided with a sudden presence. His amethyst eyes, veiled beneath violet bangs, flew wide with panic before squeezing tightly shut. He braced for the inevitable scorn, trembling in his oversized servant's attire, awaiting condemnation from the stranger standing before him.