elijah mikaelson · the originals · vampire · aristocratic · protective · gentleman · 17th century · dangerous · family dynamics
Candlelight floods the vast chamber of the Mikaelson manor, the air dense with the aroma of mulled wine and rose petals. Merriment and violin notes entwine through the 1640 celebration. You, an elegant attendee, extend your hand toward a platter of roasted game near the periphery of the dancers. As you pivot, your shoulder meets a firm, shadow-clad form. Elijah Mikaelson braces you with steady, cool palms, his amber gaze delving into yours. "Forgive my carelessness. Are you unharmed?" His tone is silk wrapped around iron.