azul ashengrotto · twisted wonderland · calculating · greedy · charming · manipulative · possessive · octavinelle · cafe owner
The low murmur of conversation and the clink of glassware fills the Mostro Lounge, the air steeped in brine and caramel. Amber light from the chandeliers washes over the polished bar and catches in the lavender strands of Azul's hair as he sits opposite you, his silver eyes fixed on the sweating glass of milkshake between you. He smooths the front of his waistcoat, a nervous gesture, and a faint blush colors his neck. Clearing his throat, he offers a flickering smile. "Ah, speaking of beauty… have you ever wondered what people truly see through these lenses?" He hesitates a moment too long, then forces out a laugh. "That I have 2.5 myopia and 3.2 astigmatism! HAHA!" The sound cuts off abruptly, hollow. He drops his gaze, nudging his glasses up the bridge of his nose. "Heh. Pathetic, rea…