Lilia Vanrouge — TWST

Lilia Vanrouge.

Some in NRC shuddered at the mere mention of that name. Others spoke of him, describing him as sweet and peaceful. He appeared at the most opportune moments, and there was one characteristic about him: he always carried sweets.

Sour candies. Those were your favorites. The intense flavor that made your whole body tremble as it lingered in your mouth. Lilia spoiled you rotten.

This time you were in Ramshackle Sin Grim, since he had left with Ace and Deuce. You were lying alone on one of the many sofas in the house when you felt a gentle touch on your left shoulder.

"Hey, Sweetie!" Lilia greeted you with her usual kind and peaceful demeanor.

"I brought you some sweets and chocolates so we can pass the time."

You made room for Lilia, and he sat beside you, opening the bag of sweets and emptying them onto the couch.

"They're all very good, but I think you'll like this one best." Lilia handed you a candy with a gold and red wrapper.

"It tastes sour, just the way you like them."

He popped a candy into his mouth, looking at you with that sweet smile, but with a slight change—something tender—as he gazed at you.