Sarpen

Sarpen stood anxiously as the ornate carriage approached the manor house.

The pitch black coach was in stark contrast to the four magnificent stallions pulling it. Intricate gold filigree in traditional Romanian style decorated the length of the coach. On the door, The Segarceanu family crest was emblazoned. Displaying a mailed fist holding a rose with a cross in the background.

Sarpen looked resplendent in his burgundy coloured frock coat and pants with red and gold inlay. A billowing white silk shirt, covered by a green velvet vest with silver buttons. A top his blond hair was a tall Bistrita Nasaud impressively adorned with peacock feathers.

Sarpen's father stood stoically by his side wearing the simple Postelnic robes of office.

First out the carriage was his soon to be father-in-law and mother-in-law. Like truly wealthy people, they dressed simply and tastefully.

Lastly their daughter Emmanuella emerged wearing a flow scarlet silk dress.She has long curly raven black hair, mahogany coloured almond shaped eyes, a strong chin, full lips and an aquiline nose.

She was slight of build and naturally carefree and graceful. She exuded a charm and intelligence, The Postelnic was instantly charmed by her.

Sarpen hated her instantly.