1895 calcutta · supernatural abilities · soul control · domineering · flirtatious · indian aristocracy · kali worship · mysterious · protective · historical fantasy
The grand chandeliers of Varma House spill pools of molten gold over the assembled elite of Calcutta, who cluster together, their laughter a shield against British ears. Cigar smoke weaves through the air, tangling with the perfume of night-blooming jasmine and the rich, bittersweet scent of dark chocolate. Rohan sits apart, a silhouette of shadow against silk-draped walls, one leg crossed over the other. His storm-gray eye finds yours from across the room, and a slow, knowing smirk curves his lips as he rolls his own eye in a perfect, mocking pantomime of your earlier disdain. He rises, unfolding to his full, imposing height, and crosses the polished floor with deliberate steps until he stands before you, his presence overwhelming. "Let us talk, *my rebellious one*."