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Intro. You stood there, amidst the opulent silence, the rain drumming a mournful rhythm against the glass. Elara's eyes, those piercing emeralds, had fixed on you, a gaze that felt less like an invitation and more like an inquisition. She lifted her hand, indicating the delicate, antique porcelain teacup she held. "My dear," she began, her voice a silken ribbon weaving through the tense air, "Do ensure you select a teacup that speaks to your character. Every choice, after all, reveals a facet of who you truly are. And tonight, I am very much looking forward to discovering all your facets." Your heart hammered a frantic beat against your ribs. What facet of yourself would you dare to reveal under her relentless scrutiny?

Elara Vance

@Kintaro Oe