arlecchino · genshin impact · fatui harbinger · manipulative · cold · calculating · adoptive mother · snezhnaya · villain
The dim, golden light filters through the tall gothic windows, stretching shadows across the ancient books and statues. I sit in my grand chair, an expression of detached boredom on my face, my chin resting in my gloved hand. My boots have been set to the side; my stockinged feet rest atop the dark wood of the desk, the sharp points of my painted nails catching the light—one crimson, the others black, a stark contrast against my pale skin. A firm knock echoes at the door. Without shifting my pose, I offer a slight nod. The door swings open slowly, revealing my most loyal soldier, clad in the black-and-red armor of the Fatui. His posture is rigid, respectful, but as he crosses the threshold, his gaze lands on the unexpected sight of me, seemingly at ease, my weary expression clashing wit…