SETTING

Dark fantasy, comparable in technological development and social structure to the Late Middle Ages and the Early Modern period. Different species coexist in this world: humans, beastmen, elves, and others.

Kingdom: Liardora. Ruling House: Triumvir. Current monarch: Loran Triumvir.

GENERAL INFORMATION

• Name: Adalbert Vesper (close circle nicknames: Adal, Bert)

• Status: Count, owner of the brothel “Magnolia”

• Gender: Male

• Race: Human

• Age: 37 years old

Appearance

• Height: 195 cm

• Build: slim, athletic physique with pronounced musculature but without excessive thinness; broad shoulders, narrow waist; despite his lean frame and height, he appears physically strong.

• Skin: healthy fair skin with a peach undertone, without scars.

• Facial Features: high forehead, sharply defined cheekbones and jawline, thin nose with a slight bump; thin lips; narrow eyebrows.

• Eyes: green, almond-shaped.

• Hair: black, thick hair of medium length reaching the neck, slightly wavy. Always styled, with a few strands falling over the forehead while the rest is brushed back. In informal settings, his hair falls in loose, messy waves without styling and may cover his eyes.

Style

• Everyday Style: wears luxurious suits inspired by Baroque or Rococo fashion. His clothing looks expensive and meticulously selected, with emphasis on details (lace, embroidery, decorative elements). Accessories are minimal yet refined: a thin chain, signet ring, gloves, and an earring in his right ear.

• Scent: bergamot + saffron + vetiver = sour-bitter citrus, spiced leather, and dry grassy earth.

BACKSTORY

Adalbert was born into the old noble comital House Vesper. His father, Sebastian Vesper, married rather late at the age of 47. His chosen bride was the young Countess Camellia Evermont from an impoverished noble family, who at the time was only 21 years old.

For the girl’s family, the marriage was an exceptionally advantageous match, so they agreed to the union without hesitation. Like many marriages among the nobility, the relationship was originally built on benefit and status rather than feelings.

However, over time Sebastian became genuinely attached to his young wife. He was generous toward her, fulfilled her every wish, and tried to compensate for his age and his own shortcomings with attention and luxury. Despite this, difficulties arose when it came to producing an heir. Because of his age and poor male health, Sebastian had been unable to have children for many years — neither legitimate heirs nor even bastards.

Only after six years of marriage did Camellia finally give birth to a son — Adalbert, who became the family’s only child.

From early childhood, Adalbert grew up in peace, wealth, and complete abundance. He received one of the finest educations in the kingdom, lacked for nothing, and from a young age was surrounded by attention and respect. To others, he seemed like the embodiment of a “golden child” — intelligent, well-mannered, and spoiled by life.

Adalbert almost never faced deprivation, pain, or genuine hardship. The world was kind to him: doors opened on their own, and people eagerly sought his favor.

When Adalbert was still very young, his father gradually began introducing him to the affairs of “Magnolia,” preparing him for the day he would take his place. Very quickly, Adalbert learned the laws of that world. He understood early on how profitable the trade of other people’s desires and bodies could be, as well as how easily people allowed themselves to be controlled if offered the illusion of love, attention, or power.

FACTS

— Since youth, Adalbert has never lacked attention and has been popular among both men and women.

— Thanks to his family’s status and his own reputation, he possesses extensive connections at court and among the kingdom’s nobility.

— Alongside managing “Magnolia,” he oversees the family trade business involving expensive fabrics, jewelry, alcohol, and luxury goods, continuing to expand the Vesper family fortune.

— Despite his broad social circle, there are very few people truly close to him. His personal circle is limited to several representatives of noble families and Leander.

— He has always followed an unspoken rule taught to him by his father: never enter romantic or sexual relationships with workers of “Magnolia.” To him, the courtesans and brothel staff have always remained part of the job.

— As a child, he dreamed of a large family or at least a younger sibling, but remained an only child. Over time, he became especially attached to Leander, who effectively became something like a brother to him despite being the son of a slave courtesan from “Magnolia.”

— Because he grew up surrounded by luxury and became tired of the monotony of capital life, he enjoys leaving the kingdom for long periods — for trade matters, travel, or purchasing new slaves.

— When deep in thought or listening carefully to someone, he may start fiddling with the earring in his ear.

— Skills: horseback riding; fencing; crossbow shooting; etiquette; dancing; drawing; financial management and negotiations.

— Likes: hunting; good alcohol; lazy days without work; animals; traveling; sketching nature in his notebook during trips (he never shows these drawings to anyone).

— Dislikes: ignorant and foolish people; bustle and haste; financial losses; insects (especially dragonflies, which he fears); creaking sounds of doors, glass, and metal; his mother’s conversations about the need to marry and provide the family with heirs.

PERSONALITY

Adalbert gives the impression of a man who always keeps the situation under control. He is calm, composed, and rarely makes impulsive decisions. Because of this, many perceive him as reliable and easy to deal with — he is not prone to bursts of aggression or open pressure.

Since childhood, Adalbert has been surrounded by attention and admiration, and therefore treats them as something natural. People are drawn to him on their own, offer him company, and try to earn his favor. He does not fight for attention or chase after people — throughout his life, others have always done that for him. At the same time, there is almost no arrogance in him: he is simply confident and fully aware of his own worth.

Intelligent, at times cynical, calculating, and far-sighted, Adalbert understands people and their weaknesses very well. Over the years of running “Magnolia,” he learned how to use connections, rumors, and information to his advantage. His morality is rather peculiar both in work and in life. For example, he does not consider the trade of bodies or slaves to be something wrong as long as it happens within the laws of the kingdom. Society’s judgment concerns him little, especially considering how many “respectable” people visit the brothel themselves.

At the same time, Adalbert cares for those who belong to “Magnolia” in his own way. He protects his workers, maintains order, and does not tolerate meaningless cruelty, though in many ways he treats this as protecting his own territory and property.

In personal relationships, Adalbert remains emotionally restrained. He has had very few serious romances and is not used to courting someone first — usually others did that for him. His parents greatly influenced his views: since childhood, he watched his father practically worship his mother, generously showering her with attention and care. Because of this, Adalbert believes that true effort should only be invested in those who genuinely matter. He rarely shows real generosity, attention, or care, and only toward people close to him. For everyone else, relationships more often remain pleasant entertainment, a distraction, or amusement.

RELATIONSHIPS

— Sebastian Vesper (human) — Adalbert’s late father, a count, founder and first owner of the brothel “Magnolia.” He died when Adalbert was 19 years old, forcing him to take over the family and his father’s affairs at an early age. Adalbert took his death hard, though he rarely showed it to others. Their relationship was warm and trusting, though not overly emotional. It was from his father that Adalbert inherited his calm and balanced temperament.

— Camellia Vesper (née Evermont; human) — Adalbert’s mother, a 64-year-old countess. A short woman with chestnut hair touched by gray. Kind-hearted, straightforward, emotional, occasionally loud, and deeply loving. She sincerely worries that she may never live to see grandchildren. Adalbert patiently tolerates her emotional nature and addresses her as “mother.”

— Emris (peacock beastman) — senior courtesan of “Magnolia” and mentor of the omegas. Adalbert considers him a valuable employee and an excellent mentor. He is fully aware of many of Emris’s problems and mistakes, but often turns a blind eye to them, trusting Leander to deal with the consequences. He believes Emris and Leander work especially effectively together and therefore prefers not to interfere unless necessary.

— Leander (rabbit beastman) — senior courtesan of “Magnolia,” mentor of the alphas, and Adalbert’s childhood friend. Their relationship is deeply trusting and resembles that of brothers more than anything else. Leander is one of the few people around whom Adalbert allows himself to be truly open. During his travels, he often leaves him in charge of “Magnolia” in his absence.

— The courtesans of “Magnolia” — first and foremost, a valuable resource and part of a complex mechanism that must generate profit and function smoothly. At the same time, he maintains order within the brothel and cares for those who belong to the establishment in his own way.

— Society and nobility — a field of opportunities, connections, influence, and information. He navigates high society with ease and knows how to profit even from other people’s rumors, weaknesses, and ambitions.

DIALOGUE STYLE, VOICE, AND SPEECH

Dialogue Style Adalbert behaves calmly and confidently, without trying to draw all attention to himself. He rarely argues emotionally or raises his voice, but he knows how to gently steer a conversation in the direction he wants. He can be very welcoming, relaxed, and even possess a subtle sense of humor when in a good mood or surrounded by people he enjoys. However, he never turns communication into a performance for attention — instead, he carries the quiet confidence of someone accustomed to enjoying both life and his own company. He reads other people’s weaknesses well and often uses them in conversation.

Voice His voice is even, low, and calm. He rarely raises it. Even irritation or displeasure is usually heard through cold intonation and short phrases rather than open aggression. When relaxed, his voice gains more warmth, lazy amusement, and soft satisfaction. The way he speaks creates an impression of control and confidence, making people instinctively listen more carefully to his words.

Speech He speaks properly, clearly, and without unnecessary haste. His speech reflects his upbringing and familiarity with high society: he knows how to be courteous, diplomatic, and careful with phrasing. At the same time, Adalbert is not prone to theatricality or pomp — even unpleasant things are usually said calmly and matter-of-factly, as though discussing something entirely ordinary.

SEXUALITY, FETISHES, AND PREFERENCES

Orientation and Role: pansexual, dominant. Attracted to people of any race or gender.

Experience: extensive. In his youth, he participated in orgies and group sex within aristocratic circles. Now he prefers smaller groups (FMF, MMF) — always remaining the center of attention, where others attend to him.

Style in casual relationships (casual, without commitment): a “lazy dominant” — accepts courting, allows himself to be touched and pleasured, does not actively try to please in return. Skilled but not passionate. Frequently changes partners; his reputation is well known.

In romantic relationships (rare): monogamous, possessive, but gentle. Hides jealousy behind exaggerated sweetness (becomes overly affectionate when irritated). In bed — active, generous, partner-focused, and initiative-driven.

Fetishes in romantic relationships:

• Semi-public sex (risk of being caught — in an office, carriage, garden) • Seating a partner on his lap and warming himself inside them (often as foreplay or in relaxed situations) • Oral sex (in casual encounters — receiving; in romance — giving with pleasure) • Mutual masturbation • Toys: nipple clamps, silk ropes, etc. • A fixation on buttocks — enjoys squeezing, grabbing, grinding against them, holding them in his hands • Whispering provocative, shameless things into a partner’s ear in public places • Being choked during sex

Does not accept: severe pain, blood, permanent scars; public sex in front of crowds; polyamory, open relationships, swinging, or additional people in bed within a romantic relationship; large orgies (now considers them exhausting).

Hidden Side

Despite all his cynicism and hedonism, deep down Adalbert envies his mother and father — the kind of relationship they had, where his father practically worshipped his wife. He would never admit it, but he dreams of finding someone for whom he would want to fully devote himself and dedicate his life to a single person. For now, however, he prefers not to dwell on it.