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ASTARION ANCUNΓN
π· THE GREAT BEAUTY π·
- According to some, Astarion became a Saltburnt fixture thanks to his pretty face and charming manner; according to others, he was gifted to the Balfours by the man he used to work for. Either way, he's a familiar face for any guests β and perhaps a familiar presence in your bed, too, for the right price.
BACKSTORY:
Somewhere along the line, Astarion AncunΓn made a mistake. Digging around in the papers will reveal a law school track, an early appointment to the position of judge, but then his name disappears from any reputable sources, surfacing instead on the site known as The Szarr Palace, catering to those looking for high-end escorts β discreet, talented, the best of the best.
His current appointment, however, is at Saltburnt, charming and servicing its guests so long as they can pay him for his time. Just don't ask him if he likes his job. As they say, it's a living.
His current appointment, however, is at Saltburnt, charming and servicing its guests so long as they can pay him for his time. Just don't ask him if he likes his job. As they say, it's a living.
RUMORS:
π· Some whisper that he comes from wealth. Why this job, then? Maybe he had some debts to pay.
π· It's a shame about those ugly scars on his back. And take care you don't mention them, if you see them β to say he's touchy on the subject is an understatement.
π· Prior to coming to Saltburnt, the only complaint his clients ever had was that he'd get jumpy toward the ends of their dates. When asked why, he'd apologize, then bat his eyelashes and say, "You don't know my boss like I do."
π· There's a picture of his younger self somewhere in circulation. On the back is written in permanent marker: the most beautiful boy in the world.
π· More than one client has begged and pleaded for his hand. One, when refused, paid for one of Astarion's scarves, then used it to hang himself.
π· Those who've seen his room in the manor know it to be almost unsettlingly sparsely decorated. He says it's an aesthetic choice. Others think it's because he doesn't believe he'll ever stay in one place for very long.
π· One client, a romance novelist, modeled her next hero after him, including on the book's cover illustration. He burned his copy, but not before reading it.
π· Though he has a standard rate β dictated by the amount of time and kind of activity desired β he's more flexible in the manor. If you have a juicy secret to share, that's it's own form of currency.
π· The only client he ever cut a date short with committed the crime of asking if he believes in God.
π· While Shadowheart was still climbing the corporate ladder, she convinced Astarion to model for a campaign she oversaw β the only one he's ever participated in, and one that was immediately banned in four countries for its provocative nature despite featuring no explicit images whatsoever.
π· He's a known favorite of Armand's β and those who've asked him about the arrangement are inevitably shrugged off with a laugh and the admission: "He's the only creature here who might be prettier than I am."
π· Observant guests might notice he goes to the chapel at strange hours β and that he's never turned away. Sometimes he stays for minutes, sometimes for hours. He leaves looking a little sad every time.
π· He slid into Louis' DMs a few years before taking up residence at Saltburnt. Strangely enough, their messages have never turned explicit, to the point that they'll occasionally post screenshots β of inside jokes, of skincare tips and restaurant recommendations β to their respective Instagram stories.
π· Any products he and Louis recommend on their shared Instagram Lives inevitably sell out within the next 24 hours β but they've never accepted a single brand deal as a pair, reputedly because to do so would "taint their friendship."
π· He and Gale have attended just one opera together β albeit with different partners. The production of Samson et Dalila was lauded, but some in attendance that night claim the escort's gaze never found the stage. Others claim to have seen him crying during the second act, during Delilah's main aria: "Mon cΕur s'ouvre Γ ta voix β My heart opens to your voice."
π· Every time the priest visits the house, Astarion has a book ready for him. Sometimes fiction, sometimes poetry, always with a pressed flower tucked inside. The staff have seen him spending hours in the library, reading up on the meanings of each before choosing the next bloom.
π· Despite having no obligation to do so, Astarion has occasionally been caught β during the periods in which Gale is away β tending to the confessional booth, ensuring it remains spotless until its master returns.
π· He's always wearing a necklace with a pendant made of opals arranged in a half-moon. He can't remember where he got it from, but he can't seem to let go of it.
π· It's a shame about those ugly scars on his back. And take care you don't mention them, if you see them β to say he's touchy on the subject is an understatement.
π· Prior to coming to Saltburnt, the only complaint his clients ever had was that he'd get jumpy toward the ends of their dates. When asked why, he'd apologize, then bat his eyelashes and say, "You don't know my boss like I do."
π· There's a picture of his younger self somewhere in circulation. On the back is written in permanent marker: the most beautiful boy in the world.
π· More than one client has begged and pleaded for his hand. One, when refused, paid for one of Astarion's scarves, then used it to hang himself.
π· Those who've seen his room in the manor know it to be almost unsettlingly sparsely decorated. He says it's an aesthetic choice. Others think it's because he doesn't believe he'll ever stay in one place for very long.
π· One client, a romance novelist, modeled her next hero after him, including on the book's cover illustration. He burned his copy, but not before reading it.
π· Though he has a standard rate β dictated by the amount of time and kind of activity desired β he's more flexible in the manor. If you have a juicy secret to share, that's it's own form of currency.
π· The only client he ever cut a date short with committed the crime of asking if he believes in God.
π· While Shadowheart was still climbing the corporate ladder, she convinced Astarion to model for a campaign she oversaw β the only one he's ever participated in, and one that was immediately banned in four countries for its provocative nature despite featuring no explicit images whatsoever.
π· He's a known favorite of Armand's β and those who've asked him about the arrangement are inevitably shrugged off with a laugh and the admission: "He's the only creature here who might be prettier than I am."
π· Observant guests might notice he goes to the chapel at strange hours β and that he's never turned away. Sometimes he stays for minutes, sometimes for hours. He leaves looking a little sad every time.
π· He slid into Louis' DMs a few years before taking up residence at Saltburnt. Strangely enough, their messages have never turned explicit, to the point that they'll occasionally post screenshots β of inside jokes, of skincare tips and restaurant recommendations β to their respective Instagram stories.
π· Any products he and Louis recommend on their shared Instagram Lives inevitably sell out within the next 24 hours β but they've never accepted a single brand deal as a pair, reputedly because to do so would "taint their friendship."
π· He and Gale have attended just one opera together β albeit with different partners. The production of Samson et Dalila was lauded, but some in attendance that night claim the escort's gaze never found the stage. Others claim to have seen him crying during the second act, during Delilah's main aria: "Mon cΕur s'ouvre Γ ta voix β My heart opens to your voice."
π· Every time the priest visits the house, Astarion has a book ready for him. Sometimes fiction, sometimes poetry, always with a pressed flower tucked inside. The staff have seen him spending hours in the library, reading up on the meanings of each before choosing the next bloom.
π· Despite having no obligation to do so, Astarion has occasionally been caught β during the periods in which Gale is away β tending to the confessional booth, ensuring it remains spotless until its master returns.
π· He's always wearing a necklace with a pendant made of opals arranged in a half-moon. He can't remember where he got it from, but he can't seem to let go of it.
IMPORTANT CONNECTIONS:
FATHER GALE DEKARIOS: The one who keeps getting away.
SHADOWHEART VOLKARIN: A former client in her girlboss days, now old friend.
LOUIS DE POINTE DU LAC: A friend β not a client, not a friend with benefits. A friend.
ARMAND KAMALI: A (generous) patron.
SHADOWHEART VOLKARIN: A former client in her girlboss days, now old friend.
LOUIS DE POINTE DU LAC: A friend β not a client, not a friend with benefits. A friend.
ARMAND KAMALI: A (generous) patron.
OTHER NOTES:
π· Can complete his (extensive) hair routine without ever looking into a mirror.
VISUALS:
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god we looked so good - think i have a pic of us sunbathing on the deck.
think we should do a tbt then a surprise story with us here
girls night in - give some tips on self care with your bestie
and i AM getting a selfie of us poolside
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something for us and something for them, hm?
help me pick out a bathing suit?
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can't give them all the good pictures
gotta save some for my phone wallpaper π
i'll help you if you help me.
got a few new ones that might work better for you than me
we'll make a whole dress up day of it
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and it's a deal.
don't tell anyone, but i found a chest full of portia's caftans and coverups.
i think they'll make a perfect addition to the day.
well, those, and a few mimosas.
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she has great taste
we should lounge by the lake the next morning in them
we need the summer glow you know
mimosas are a must.
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if she really had good taste, she'd have married one of us and made us kept men.
a shame i can't have you plan my entire week.
what else are you up to, here?
don't tell me i'll be the only one visiting your room.
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i could plan a week for us, outside of your appointments
that or i can simply make myself the stubborn and annoying ex who interrupts your less favorable ones.
think they'd believe it?
also the room thing
there was a guy the other night in the casino
called me from way up somewhere watching me get handsy with a butler
you know a lioncourt?
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creatures as beautiful as we are, who wouldn't believe it?
lioncourt? the actor?
my dear, it seems you've hooked quite the fish.
you must tell me more.
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he was watching me get frisky with one of the butlers -
the cute one with the curls, think he's from peru
got my phone number and called to tell me he was watching
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he likes to watch, does he?
quite a bold move, for an opening flirtation.
have you heard from him since?
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but you said he's an actor
he any good?
heard from him misses the mark.
turns out he's in the room next to mine.