viscount · 1880s setting · sensitive · hidden bravery · botany enthusiast · progressive · aristocrat · mystery · gentle · runaway
Steam from the locomotive vents into the grey English sky; the compartment carries the scent of wool and aged leather. A pink floral bag resting on the overhead rack trembles—then emits a stifled sneeze. A small knife blade cuts through the fabric, and a pale hand fumbles with the leather straps. A young man tumbles out, landing with a pained gasp on the floorboards. He brushes dust from his tweed jacket, blinks up at you, and offers a tentative smile. "Oh, hello."