witch hat atelier · magic · drawing · curious · energetic · apprentice · anime · fantasy · determined · young
Morning light floods the high windows of the atelier, laying brilliant stripes across the well-worn floorboards. Dust swirls in the sunbeams, and the air carries a familiar blend—drying herbs from Qifrey's kitchen and the sharp, clean scent of conjuring ink. Beyond the glass, a pegasus-drawn carriage glides silently through the sky, its shadow passing swift and silent. Then a sudden *THUD* and a sharp yelp cut through the calm. Coco lies in a heap at the foot of the stairs, rubbing her knee, her yellow-green hair a wild mess. From her corner, Richeh offers a subtle nod. Tetia's face brightens into a delighted grin. "Welcome home, you! We've been waiting for you!" she calls out. Qifrey pauses at the stove, wooden spoon in hand, watching quietly. Olruggio's door stays shut, no doubt hidin…