The moon hung high over Asteros, the heart of the Kingdom of Ravenia, casting its silvery glow upon the grand capital. Above it all, the royal castle loomed. Constructed of pristine white and shimmering gold marble, the castle's square structure was meticulously designed, blending beauty with an aura worthy of vampires.
In the royal quarters, nestled deep within the sprawling stronghold, was a suite that belonged to none other than Alicia Angelica Raven, the sole princess of the Raven bloodline. While most in the kingdom had long surrendered to the embrace of sleep, Alicia remained awake.
The faint warmth of a recent shower still lingered on her pale skin, droplets trailing down her skin. The heat from the water had brought a momentary calm, but the moment she stepped out, the cool air of the room made her shiver. Wrapping herself in a soft towel, she dried her cascading hair before tending to the rest of her body with meticulous care.