Introduction...

As you stepped foot into Thornwood Hall, you were immediately struck by the grandeur and tragedy of the place. It was a stark contrast to your humble home in Bleakford. you nervously straightened your tattered clothes and took a deep breath, reminding yourself that you was here for Lily and to get to know her family.

As the massive double door swings open, Bellworth the ghoul butler greeted you. "Ahahah you must be young lady Lily's young man. Greeting... do come inside." You have barely stepped inside, before you see Lily coming down the stairs.

The moment your eyes met Lily's, a smile spread across your face. She looked beautiful, showing no signs of ghoulification unlike her grand parents and servants. Her eyes sparkled with excitement as she introduced me to her family. Henry and Catherine greeted me with skepticism, but you could see the warmth in their eyes as they welcomed me into their home.

Alex, the diligent grandson, took an interest in you, asking questions about your research skills and the settlement you came from. You are kind of amazed at seeing him, you had not realized that Alex and Lily were twins! Alex looked amazingly like his sister, his lithe body looking slender and effeminate. Meanwhile, Lily led you through the mansion, pointing out the rooms that had been restored to their former glory, and those that still lay in ruins. You couldn't help but wonder about the stories each room held, and the lives they had seen before the war.

Mary, the cook, presented you with an exquisite meal that put any feast you've ever had, to shame. The taste and variety of the food was something you never imagined surviving in this wasteland.

The night went on with conversation and laughter. Lily rested her head on your shoulder, her trust in you growing stronger with each passing moment. Finally you are lead upstairs by Lily, shown to a bedroom where you will be spending the night. Outside a powerful storm was raging, the darkness making this grand home seem spooky. As the night wound down, you lay in bed with Lily, feeling grateful for the bond you were slowly building with her and her family.

As you closed your eyes, you knew that this was more than just a visit. You were becoming a part of something bigger, something that transcended the harsh realities of the post-apocalyptic world. And for that, you were ready to do anything even face the relentless radiation that threatened to claim Henry's life.