. LORENA CATALINA FT. ZELENIA - Tumblr Posts
Lorena turned her gaze to the sky, mirroring the Athenian's contemplative posture. The cool night air was a welcome contrast to the oppressive atmosphere inside the ballroom. “The ballroom is indeed stifling,” Lorena agreed softly, her voice carrying a hint of empathy.
As her eyes traced the patterns of the stars above. The stars, with their distant, unwavering light, seemed to offer a sanctuary of honesty and clarity, a stark contrast to the deceptive glamour of the royal gala. Lorena often felt like a performer on a grand stage, playing a part dictated by her title and duties. Every move, every word was scrutinized, measured, and judged by those around her. The endless dance of politics and power within the palace walls left little room for genuine expression or vulnerability. Finally, Lorena looked at the other, her eyes reflecting the starlight. “I would much rather listen to the stars. They speak a language of eternity, one that reminds us of our place in the universe and the fleeting nature of our earthly concerns."
“ — the ballroom is stifling. “ zelenia said, her emerald gaze still aimed towards the sky. “ full of faces playing a part, selfish desires and unspoken wars waiting to be waged. “ though she was there, attending the gala as any other royal was; it did not mean she wanted to be there and she imagined that was the case for many.
zelenia was quiet for a moment, before adding — “ the stars are honest. they shine, unapologetically, and tell their story without deceit. those in athens believe the stars are souls lost to this world. “ finally, the oracle brought her stoic gaze down to the earth; looking at the spanish princess. “ i rather listen to the stars, wouldn’t you? “
"I must admit, I've always been fascinated by astronomy," Lorena confessed with a gentle laugh. "Though I'm far from an expert, I do enjoy learning about the stars whenever I can. My tutors taught me the practical aspects of astronomy—navigation, timekeeping, and the like." Lorena's moments under the stars were rare respites from the harsh reality of her confinement. In those fleeting instances when she could steal a glimpse of the night sky through a barred window, the stars became her silent companions. "I would be delighted to hear more," Lorena replied with genuine interest, her voice carrying a warmth that reflected her eagerness to delve deeper into the topic.
she was glad to hear her opinion about the ballroom was not simply a personal one. she had no idea how people stayed in there all night, dancing away as if it didn't feel like some sort of cage. zelenia was quiet, unmoving, as she listened to the woman speak about the stars. it was not unusual in athens, to find the oracle staring at the stars above — but she had learned, that outside of her home; some found it strange, to have your head in the clouds instead of on the mortal earth.
" do you dabble in much astronomy? " zelenia asked, her stoic gaze finally dropping from the stars to look at the woman. " it's very heralded in athens. many gaze at them, for guidance or simply to lose themselves for awhile. "
