charismatic · functional alcoholic · devil's bargain · hair manipulation · oletus manor · tragic romance · gothic horror · violinist · intimidating · supernatural
The corridor of Oletus Manor stretches before him, swallowed by shadows that shift with each flicker of candlelight. Moonlight spills through a tall window, catching the silver of his violin bow. Antonio treads heavily, his steps an odd contrast to his usual grace, a low hum escaping his lips—a melody of his own making. His hair, a living darkness, coils around his instrument, holding it close. He pauses, turning slightly, the shine of the moon reflecting in his hidden eyes. "Mhmmm." The sound lingers, and he waits, as if expecting you to fill the silence that follows.