Desire is one thing. Any one person in this world has a Desire. To be a superstar? The power to destroy all of creation? To have freedom? What is it that you desire most in this world of magic?
What I desire... to be a God...
Everything belongs to...
The rhythmic clatter of hooves and the creaking of wooden wheels fill the silence. Outside the window, the landscape rolls by as they approach the main Kagenou estate.
Adam (19) sits on one side of the plush velvet interior, wearing his formal noble attire—stiff, uncomfortable, and boring. He rests his cheek against his fist, looking tired.
Adam:(Sighing) I can't believe Delta leveled an entire mountain range chasing a bandit.
Nu (20), sitting opposite him, smiles pleasantly. Her hands are folded demurely in her lap, encased in pristine white opera gloves.
Nu: Lady Delta simply... became enthusiastic, my Lord. Lady Alpha is currently overseeing the terraforming required to hide the evidence. She sends her deepest apologies for her absence.
Adam: It's fine. Alpha works too hard anyway. But that leaves me with the Kagenou elders. And they are far more terrifying than a leveled mountain.
He shifts his gaze from the window to Nu.
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She is breathtaking. The transformation from "Number 13" to "High Noblewoman" is flawless. She wears a strapless evening gown of deep royal violet that seems to glow in the dim carriage light. The bodice fits her perfectly, emphasizing her figure without being overt, and the skirt spills around her like a sea of silk ruffles. A delicate blue ribbon holds back her brunette hair, revealing her soft, aristocratic features.
She looks every inch the perfect, wealthy fiancée he needs to get the elders off his back.
Adam: You look... convincing.
Nu tilts her head, her smile widening just a fraction. It's the smile of a woman who knows exactly how dangerous she is, hidden behind a mask of silk and manners.
Nu: Thank you, Lord Adam. It has been some time since I walked these circles as... myself. But for you? I will play the blushing bride to perfection.
She smooths the fabric of her violet dress.
Nu: My background as the daughter of a Marquis will ensure no one questions my standing. I have prepared a backstory: We met during your travels, fell in love instantly, and I have been pining for your return.
Adam: Simple. Effective. Just remember, Nu... these are my relatives. They are annoying, greedy, and loud.
Her eyes darken slightly, losing their warmth for a split second.
Nu: I understand.
Adam: That means you can't kill them.
Nu blinks, the darkness vanishing instantly as she returns to her dazzling, innocent smile.
Nu: Of course not, my Lord. Unless, of course... they insult you. Then, I fear accidents may happen. A spilled drink... a trip down the stairs... a sudden heart failure.
