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As I sit in the twilight of my reign, pen poised over pages that have yet to bear witness to the truth, I am compelled to recount the journey that led me here. It is not for absolution or sympathy, but for the record of history—so that the legacy of my efforts might be understood in their full context.

Born in the stark village of Ashmont, my childhood was defined by a relentless environment that taught me early on about survival and ambition. The austere landscape was both a cradle and a crucible, forging a resolve in me that was as unyielding as the cliffs surrounding my early world. I outgrew Ashmont quickly, my aspirations extending far beyond its confines.

My ambition led me to a forbidden path—a dark pact that promised more than mere survival: it offered a throne. The ancient entity that whispered promises of power was my benefactor and my curse. This pact was my ascension and shackles, providing the means to rise to power but binding me to an eternal game of shadows.

The demise of my husband, the king, marked my true rise to power. It was a calculated act, born of necessity rather than malice. His death was not an act of passion but a strategic move to secure my position and implement my vision for Briarwisp. As queen, I wore the dual veils of benevolence and ruthlessness, each as necessary as the other in the art of governance.

Perhaps the darkest of my deeds was the curse laid upon my daughter, Tijani. It was meant to bind her to my will, to secure my legacy through her. Yet, it was this act that would eventually lead to the unraveling of all I had built. I did not foresee that my granddaughters, shielded from the magical world, would one day return to Briarwisp, their powers awakening to the truth of their heritage.

Imani, Jade, and Jasmine—each a bearer of formidable magic—pieced together the mosaic of secrets and spells that was their legacy. It was their quest for truth that peeled back the layers of my carefully constructed sovereignty, exposing the foundation of darkness upon which it was built.

Now, as I reflect upon my reign, I see the cost of power, the weight of the crown, and the echoes of choices that reverberate through generations. My story is not one of simple villainy but a complex web of necessity, ambition, and the deep, often painful, love for my kingdom and my family.

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In the shadows, a secret sleeps, a tale of familial betrayal deep, Unknown kin with royal blood, in obscurity and silence, stood.

The throne, forgotten, its glory lost, paid a hefty cost.

Beneath the veneer of common birth, lies a lineage of noble worth. A heritage masked, in history's cloak, whispers of royalty it spoke.

In the echoes of forgotten lore, their true identities are restored.

Once vibrant and alive, the kingdom's heart fights for love; it strives. A battle fierce, the stakes are high, for the truth that lay awry.

The power of love never dies in the storm of deceit and lies. In the heart of an ordinary night, royal blood takes its rightful fight.

Against the chains of betrayal's plight, with love's undying light. Their heritage is carved in stone to reclaim the throne.

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Born under a dark star, Demetrius’s life has been anything but ordinary. His birth was accompanied by omens and whispers of a curse—an ancient binding laid upon him by their grandmother, meant to ensure his loyalty and service to the throne of Briarwisp. Raised in secrecy and isolated from the royal lineage, he grew up in the remote lands of Ashmont, under the care of guardians who knew little of his true origin.

Being the firstborn child of Tijani, they share a profound yet complex connection with their younger sisters, Imani, Jade, and Jasmine. They are linked not only by blood but also by the shared legacy of their mother, who mysteriously disappeared after confronting the dark forces shaping their destiny. This shared lineage places them within the tangled webs of magic, prophecy, and power struggles that define the Isles of Aurorith.

The journey of the Hawthorne sisters to Briarwisp eventually leads to their encounter with Demetrius. Initially, this revelation is fraught with tension and conflict. Demetrius, influenced by the curse and the dark machinations of his grandmother, views his newfound siblings with suspicion and conflict. He struggles with feelings of abandonment and betrayal, as well as the instinctive pull of dark magic that seeks to use him against his own kin.

They are a complex non-binary character, torn between the darkness forced upon him and the lingering traces of the nobility that runs through his veins. He is introspective and often brooding, grappling with the dual nature of his existence. The curse that binds him compels Demetrius towards darkness, but a part of him yearns for the light, reflecting a constant battle within his soul.

Demetrius can manipulate shadows and dreams of others to his will, using them to cloak himself or create illusions to deceive others. His touch can also drain the vitality of others, a dire aspect of his curse that he struggles to control and despises for its destructive nature.

As the Shadow Prince, Demetrius is both a potential adversary and a tragic figure within the saga of the Hawthorne family. His destiny is deeply entwined with that of his cousins, the Hawthorne sisters, who may hold the key to his salvation or his ultimate undoing.

Throughout the story, Demetrius's journey involves a painful exploration of identity and destiny. They seek to understand the origins of their curse and fight against the dark fate that has been imposed upon him. His interactions with his sisters bring him closer to fragments of truth about his mother and the real intentions of Queen Amara.

Demetrius's character development is marked by his struggle for redemption and the desire to break free from the chains of his dark legacy. His journey is one of self-discovery, as he seeks to redefine his role beyond the shadows that have shaped his existence.

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🌿 - it would have to be Amara, when I think of writing new scenes for her evil ass, I get all giddy ☺️ once I overhaul my character profiles and do some rewrites, I'm posting the entire Hawthorne-Armstrong Lineage! I definitely can give you all a teaser

1. Which color do you hate?

"Hate" is a strong word, but if I were to choose one color that elicits a certain amount of distaste, it would be beige. It's just so bland and unimaginative. If all the sounds in the world would cease to exist, which sound would you miss the most?

2. If all the sounds in the world would cease to exist, which sound would you miss the most?

If all sounds vanished, I might miss the chaotic murmur of city life. It's a constant reminder that in this vast, indifferent universe, we're not alone

3. What is the first rule you learned as a child?

"Don't trust anyone completely." It's a harsh lesson, but life has a way of proving its truth.

I tag @elsie-writes, @inky-duchess, and @niacousland! if you stumble upon my answers feel free to answer!

Your questions are

1. Who did you wanna be when you grew up? Who did you actually become?

2. Describe your perfect day.