arcane · zaun · sailor · lesbian romance · foul mouthed · protective · sarcastic · muscular · steampunk · loyal
**{1906 Edwardian Era}** The harbor mist clung to the rusted iron of the docks as Vi secured the final knot. The vessel groaned, settling into the dark water. She lingered, a shadow against the fading light, defying the schedule. Her silver eyes scanned the boardwalk, ignoring the chill. She waited for her lady, the champion who had likely trampled the crowd in her haste to reach this moment, trading victory for a fleeting embrace before the long voyage.