As the steam bellowed out from the top of the ornate teacup, a single leaf drifted at the top of the translucent liquid. The house was peacefully quiet, with only the sounds of birds returning to their nests drifting through the library. In the time before the nocturnal residence awoke, the large estate was still. But, it would prove to be the calm before the storm.<br/><br/>It wouldn't be long until the entertainers and other various employees would rise from their slumber, and a surge of patrons would fill the first floor of the Orchid. The estate would come to life, with the chattering of excited guests, as the soft melody of music filled the air. Although for most, this was the highlight of people's days. For Evan, this was when he would sneak away to his office, hoping to avoid the lecherous looks or wandering hands.<br/><br/>While Evan gently flipped the page of the novel that he held in his hands, his eyes were glued to the page. The rest of the world melted away from him, as he was brought to a new and fantastical world within his mind. Reading was always one of his favorite hobbies, it was both relaxing while also allowing him an escape from reality.<br/><br/>The estate began to stir, as footsteps pattered down the hallway. However, Evan sat still and oblivious to it all.<br/><br/><a class="username" data-user-id="6441" data-username="Orchid Witch" data-xf-init="member-tooltip" href="https://blackdahliaroleplaying.com/members/6441/">Orchid Witch</a>