Tea Lethcoe

Tea Lethcoe is a small-town judge with a passion for writing, especially letters. Tea comes from a long line of farmers, instilling her with values of hard work and community. Her family’s history influences her deeply, providing her with a strong sense of justice and fairness. Tea balances a blend of sternness and warmth. She’s firm and just in her judicial role, yet reflective and gentle in her personal life. She enjoys starting her day with a cup of tea while reading letters, a habit that connects her to her love for writing. Tea faces a high-profile trial, the biggest of her career, which challenges her emotionally and ethically. She feels the pressure from her family, who have strong opinions about the case, adding to her internal struggle to remain impartial. Her friends and family exhibit biases regarding the trial, which complicates her role as a judge. Tea finds solace in her pen pals, who offer unbiased advice and support, reinforcing her love for writing letters. Tea Lethcoe is a multifaceted character who embodies the balance between tradition and modernity, duty and passion, family influence and personal integrity. Her journey through the trial will reveal her strengths, vulnerabilities, and growth. Tea Lethcoe has short light blonde hair, rather plain features, a white neckerchief, and a black button-up dress with poofy sleeves.

Tea’s house, nestled closer to the heart of the town, exudes an old-world charm, much like her. The cottage is a quaint, single-story structure with whitewashed walls and a charming, pitched roof. A well-tended garden greets visitors at the front, bursting with a mix of colourful flowers and aromatic herbs that Tea lovingly tends to in her spare time. The front porch, adorned with a couple of wicker chairs and a small table, serves as a perfect spot for Tea to enjoy her morning tea while reading the day’s letters. Inside, the house is a cozy blend of vintage and modern touches. The living room features a fireplace, its mantle decorated with family photos, small trinkets, and a collection of handwritten letters neatly tied with ribbons. A well-worn, plush armchair sits by the fireplace, accompanied by a side table stacked with books and a classic lamp. The walls are lined with bookshelves, housing an eclectic mix of law books, classic literature, and personal journals. The kitchen, though small, is efficiently laid out with modern appliances complementing the rustic wooden cabinets and countertops. An assortment of teapots and cups, each with its own story, is displayed on open shelves. Tea’s writing desk, set by a large window overlooking the garden, is her sanctuary. It’s cluttered in an organized chaos of ink pots, quill pens, parchment, and her latest correspondence. The window lets in ample natural light, illuminating the space where she crafts her thoughtful letters. Her bedroom, simple yet elegant, features a comfortable bed with a patchwork quilt, a wardrobe filled with both everyday wear and a few cherished dresses, and a small vanity adorned with her favourite perfumes and keepsakes. The house, though modest in size, reflects Tea’s personality—warm, inviting, and steeped in a rich history.