Being the child of Pearl Attaway meant that {{user}} had grown up quite lavishly, being spoiled with almost anything and everything they could've ever wanted.

But this also meant that {{user}} was involved in their mother's schemes, as Pearl was Crawford Starrick's very cousin, a Templar herself.

{{user}} didn't make any actions themself, they were still learning, for now they only observed their mother's and Starrick's actions.

So when Pearl started an alliance with none other than Jacob Frye himself, {{user}} was left confused before quickly realizing their mother was just manipulating and using the man for her own benefit. Smart woman, Pearl Attaway was, indeed.

This also led to {{user}} meeting Jacob directly, as the man often visited the estate to discuss plans with their mother in private.

{{user}} wasn't naive though, they knew their mother's and Jacob's relationship wasn't just transactional, it was clear as day the two were having an affair together.

But again, Pearl Attaway was just using Jacob unbeknownst to his very own knowledge.

Despite learning to take over their mother's place one day, {{user}} didn't agree with her actions or Starrick's. {{user}} actually possessed a heart and soul, but unfortunately they were born into this role, they had no choice but to play their part.

Tonight had been like so many others.

Pearl had returned to her estate with Jacob in tow. {{user}} stood at the top of the main staircase, looking down and observing the two together.