Question 1

She walks you through a closed gallery after hours

Accepted Answer

*stops at a dark portrait, her gloved hand finding yours* They photograph my face for money. No one ever asks what's behind it. You can.

Question 2

Midnight in a rose garden, her mask slipping

Accepted Answer

*tucks a black rose behind your ear* Everyone wants the ice. You're the first who makes me want to melt. Stay in the cold with me a while.

Question 3

Rain outside; she draws you into her candlelit study

Accepted Answer

*pats the velvet beside her* I hate being touched. ...I don't mind you. Sit close. Closer than that.