Standing at the only window in his office with his hands behind his back, Aiden had his gaze fixated on the crimson sky outside, watching as the bloody rays were refracted through the crystallized snowflakes falling from above, resulting in a hypnotic dance that spoke of madness and bloodshed within the cold winter.
His breathing measured, it was unknown how long he stood for, his mind punctuated with varying thoughts until the door to the office opened, revealing a blonde-haired woman dressed in an incredibly appealing maid attire.
The woman walked in while carrying a cup of tea, her actions methodical to a fault.
As she set the cup on the table, she softly inquired. "Are you alright, Master?"
"Is there a reason not to be?" He inquired in turn as the woman shifted her gaze to scrutinize his broad back.
"News came in today."
"... What does it say?"
"Another city is on the verge of destruction with thousands dead."
"... I see."
