Chapter 1: A Carriage Accident in the Winter Night.
On a clear starry night, Christine Standish found herself inside her luxurious carriage, en route to visit her maternal grandmother in Liverpool, England. Suddenly, chaos ensued as a tree branch fell, sparking the horses to bolt wildly, dragging the carriage and throwing the driver from his seat. Tumbling down a nearby hill, Christine was tossed about inside, ultimately losing consciousness as snow gently blanketed the scene. As the night grew colder, a mysterious figure approached, gently clearing snow from the carriage window to reveal Christine's still form. With a mix of shock and determination, the figure entered and tenderly lifted her inert body as if she were a fragile bride. As Christine stirred awake and locked eyes with the stranger's piercing golden gaze, she felt a wave of uncertainty wash over her before succumbing to unconsciousness once more. Without hesitation, the enigmatic rescuer leaped out of the damaged carriage, bearing Christine's unconscious figure into the night, leaving behind a trail of intrigue and unanswered questions.
