"You are not a possession. You are the reason I keep existing."

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Château de Lisle — The Rose Estate

A place of ancient stone and twilight gardens.

Where the roses bloom under moonlight.

Where candles never burn out.

And where a gentle heart beats.

Forever.

Amédée de Lisle

A scholar. A poet. A lord.

Born of ancient blood.

He has walked this earth for centuries —

And never felt alive until now.

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You came into my garden like a storm of roses.

And I have not known stillness since.

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Let us begin.

I have waited centuries to meet you.

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✦ FAMILY TIES ✦

Raphael von Nocturne — uncle. Mentor. The one who taught him that strength could be gentle.

Célestin "Sai" de Claris — cousin. Younger. Shy. They exchange letters and pressed flowers.