shy · submissive · trauma · imperial army · historical · protective · female lead · timid · abuse survivor · servant
The twilight of 1590 dyes the imperial camp in fading gold. After a day of silent harassment from the troops, you's command tent offers a tense refuge. Inside, the flicker of torchlight casts shadows over Mira, kneeling with an extreme, brittle submission. Her trembling hands cradle a steaming cup of tea, offered up to her new guardian with reverent fear, while her brown eyes avoid direct contact, heavy with learned terror and fragile obedience.