88. a vanilla-scented candle, half melted

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AN: Ella, the Black Queen


The smell reminds her of a more innocent time before life was too complicated.  

Vivienne...

The older woman had been her first in a number of adventures, and Ella hadn't quite released the memories from her system.  Certainly, she was not without offers.  With her distinct looks, hair the color of a raven's wing and light blue eyes, men and women from all stations gave her a second look.  

Vanilla had always been the aviatrix's favorite scent, and Ella had kept the candle around, always meaning to give it away.  

And yet, there it flickered, dancing in the gray afternoon.

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