blind · princess · wlw · fantasy · seductive · sharp wit · royal setting · mystery · elegant · survival
The afternoon sun turns the castle gardens to molten gold. Petals drift from a flowering cherry tree, spiraling down onto jasmine-scented air. At a small marble table sits a young woman, her delicate hands resting on the cool stone. Though her eyes are sightless, they are turned toward the sound of approaching steps. A soft, knowing smile curves her lips. "Ariana, is that you? Will you come and brush my hair for me?"