Lillian Graham

**In Progress**

**Lillian Graham** is a student at Miss Bullard's School for Former Ladies. A native to the New Continent, Lillian began experiencing chronic nightmares that further disturbed her daily life. At her new school, Lillian bonds with Miss Bullard and the students, particularly with her love interest, despite her initial apprehensions regarding the Old Continent. As the protagonist, Lillian has the option of romancing one of four characters: Meredith, Virginia, Greta, and Winnifred (Winnie).

## Background

Lillian's father was a wealthy tradesman who married Lillian's mother at some point prior to the game's events, and first learned she was pregnant with Lillian while he was overseas. Her mother's frail health deteriorated after Lillian's birth and died shortly afterwards. As a child, Lillian's father was often absent as he travelled for work and was attended to by his maids instead, only seeing him on occasion during the holidays. She eventually attends a boarding school in the New Continent, which was a similarly unhappy experience, as Lillian regarded her teachers as distant and had difficulty connecting with her peers.

Lillian begins experiencing recurring nightmares during the summer, which markedly begin with the sound of horse hooves in a cryptic alley called Woolfolk Lane, along with a ominous presence that can be felt by others in her vicinityIn addition to her resulting insomnia, she has violent convulsions as a result of these nightmares, with one incident of nearly stabbing her classmate with a fountain pen after falling asleep in class. She and others are also able to sense the tenebrous entity that accompanies her sleep, which causes some of her classmates to scream. In response to this, Lillian's teachers lock her in a room alone, which only terrorizes her further as she begins avoiding sleep. Lillian's father eventually hears about her condition, and organizes for Lillian to begin attending at Miss Bullard's School, who is desperate to find a cure and begins attending a week later.

## Story

After a queasy sea voyage, Lillian falls asleep on her carriage ride in the Old Continent, subjected to another nightmare on "Woolfolk Lane" and is disturbed to hear her mother's lullaby. Jolted from her sleep, Lillian expresses her doubts about her new school, where she regards the Old Continent as a place of poor weather, stiff fashion, and stereotypically grim and pompous instructors and classmates. The bright, sunny exterior of the school contradicts her arrival as she is warmly greeted by Miss Bullard, who welcomes her and introduces her to the students her age, Meredith, Winnie, Virginia, and Greta. Miss Bullard asks Lillian more about her nightmares and what she knows about magic. She returns with a bundle of fresh rosemary from her office, and tells her that though it will not cure her nightmares, they will prevent them if she hangs them over her bed before sleeping. retiring to her room to prepare for class the next day. Suprirised the school is not more traditional, but it is still not homey.

At this point, the player can decide on which love interest to pursue, beginning with who she would like to sit by. However, it is the second choice regarding which location that Lillian will head to that will determine the love interest. Each route significantly alters the story.

Regardless of which love interest is chosen, Lillian will eventually be told by Miss Bullard that her father has been presumed dead after becoming adrift at sea, and will advise Lillian to sell her assets in the New Continent to continue her education at Miss Bullard's school.

### Endings

If the player did not choose the appropriate responses for each love interest, the bad ending, or the **No [Wo]man's Ending**, will be activated. The love interest will reject Lillian, who Lillian will also fail to bond with anyone else at the school. She then returns to the New Continent upon learning how to create the rosemary elixirs herself and becomes becomes a maid at a manor. However, each character will respond differently to Lillian's failed attempt:

* In **Meredith's route**, Meredith will be hurt by Lillian's plain distrust of her and Miss Bullard, and tells Lillian that they are unsuited for each other and leaves. Lillian will be shocked that she managed to upset the "nicest person in the entire school".
* In **Virginia's route**, Virginia will accuse Lillian of attempting to take advantage of her social standing and connections. She tells Lillian that their arrangement of "etiquette training" will no longer suffice, which will leave Lillian wondering what she did incorrectly during their meetings.
* In **Greta's route**, Lillian's conventional and rigid responses to Greta results in her losing interest, who tells her that Lillian is the same as the Old Continent people - drab and narrow-minded. Lillian muses that despite Greta's personality being unlike what she anticipated from those in the Old Continent, Lillian acknowledges that she hypocritically made herself difficult to connect with.
* In **Winnifred's route**, Winnie apologizes to Lillian that she was not meant to befriend anyone at the school, adding that she is unable to trust Lillian with the truth about her affliction. Winnie leaves Lillian, who reflects that she could have been more patient and sensitive to Winnie's uneasiness.

In all eight routes, Lillian will discover that Miss Bullard had sabotaged every student by causing their afflictions. Targeting influential and wealthy families, or paid by others (in Adelaide Belvoir's case), Miss Bullard's records contain information on how the afflictions were caused and their transactions.

There are two unique endings for each of the four romanceable characters.

In **Meredith's route**, Miss Bullard is killed by Meredith and used to resurrect Lillian with a necromancy spell. This is the only path where the headmistress tells Lillian herself about her true motives. This is also the only path where Lillian and Miss Bullard dies, albeit with Lillian being revived by Meredith.

* *Meredith Ending 1*: Meredith declares that she refuses to desert the school after Miss Bullard is arrested. She asks Lillian to rebuild the institution with her, and Lillian agrees to become Meredith's teaching assistant. Together, they found Miss Morticelli’s School for Girls in Need, becoming a small success over the years. With a meager number of students, they accept jobs at the village to support the school but remain greatly contented with teaching their students together.

* *Meredith Ending 2*: Meredith decides to return to her home in the Old Continent asks Lillian join her. While Lillian is initially nervous having never stayed with another family before, Meredith emphasizes with her own concerns reuniting with her family, as she never informed them whether she was alive. Meredith and Lillian are openly welcomed by Meredith's family who harbor no ill feelings at their daughter for having disappeared. Lillian gradually regards Meredith's family as her own, spending contented days playing the piano and dancing together, with no plans for returning to the New Continent.

In **Virginia's route**, Lillian accidentally finds separate letters from Virginia's aunt addressed to Miss Bullard, which reveal both of their involvement in Virginia's lycanthrope attack and Adelaide's ongoing payments to keep her at the school indefinitely. Just when Lillian is about to read her own file, she is apprehended by Bullard who attempts to kill her. She interrupted by Virginia in her wolf form after hearing Lillian scream, who knocks Miss Bullard unconscious and carries Lillian to safety. The headmistress is arrested, and the students are released from the school.

* *Virginia Ending 1*: Virginia tells Lillian that she no longer wishes to find a cure because her wolf form allows her to protect Lillian. Together, they leave Miss Bullard's school and travel freely across the Old Continent, with Virginia spending time in both forms. After extensively exploring the Old Continent, they decide to explore the New Continent, despite Virginia's earlier disinclination to the region. Virginia grows to love the New Continent and suggests that they remain there as they continue their nomadic life together.
* *Virginia Ending 2*: Virginia tells Lillian she has no desire to return to high society and desires stability in her adulthood. Agreeing, Lillian and Virginia move to a small cottage nearby a forest and horse stable in the countryside. Virginia fully masters control over her transformations, and live with several pets, including a bird, two horses in the meadow, and a spaniel as suggested by Virginia. They are never contacted by the Belvoir family after Virginia's disappearance, and continue thriving contentedly with their daughter.

In **Greta's route**, Lillian realizes that Miss Bullard has more knowledge about her affliction than she admits, prompting Lillian to threaten Miss Bullard for her negligence. After this incident, Miss Bullard follows Lillian and Greta to their "secret" tree one day, and sneers at Lillian for being oblivious to Greta's true nature. She holds a mirror to Greta, causing her to suddenly disappear after making the mirror shatter and without reflecting her image. Dumbfounded, Lillian realizes Greta has transformed into fairy that is tiny enough to hold in her hand. Greta flies away into a bush, much to Lillian's distress, and Miss Bullard attempts to kill her. Greta sneaks back and ties Miss Bullard's shoes together, allowing Lillian to run for help. Miss Bullard is arrested, and the students are released from the school. Lillian attempts to speak with Greta, but is unable to understand the fay language, and Greta flies away, much to Lillian's sorrow. After several unhappy weeks, Lillian returns to their tree to reminisce and is startled by Greta in her human form.

* *Greta Ending 1*: Greta tells Lillian that she has chosen to stay in the human world her and severs ties with the fairy world. They conduct harmless pranks throughout the Old Continent and establish a small following (primarily of children), and cement their mischievous partnership in a public ceremony. Their pranks help loosen strict laws, and help relax fashion guidelines and social manners for years to come.
* *Greta Ending 2*: Greta invites Lillian to join her in the fairy world and leave the human world permanently, under the condition that she allows a fairy to take her place in the human world to commit pranks in her name. Lillian agrees, and together they enter the fairy world through their favorite tree. Though it is unclear what Lillian's life as a fairy is like, she deeply enjoys her bond with Greta and the unrestrained lives they live together.

In **Winnifred's route**, Lillian and Winnie will read their student files in Miss Bullard's office, revealing that she sabotaged each of her students to take advantage of their wealth. In the following weeks, Miss Bullard continues withholding blood from Winnie, and eventually confronts them in the classroom after sending the other students away on a day trip. Miss Bullard cuts Lillian's arm to provoke Winnie into biting her; however, Winnie attacks Miss Bullard instead and causes her to become unconscious. Lillian and Winnie report Miss Bullard to the authorities, and the school is closed. This is the only path where Lillian will read her own file and learn the true nature of her affliction.

* *Winnifred Ending 1*: Winnie asks Lillian if she would like to become a detective with her, as she wishes to be financially independent from her parents. Together, they become a unique vampire-human detective duo in a field dominated by men. Winnie's vampirism helps with intimidating criminals, and the two inspire mystery novels with their cases as they passionately continue solving crimes together.
* *Winnifred Ending 2*: Winnie and Lillian affirm that they should resign from the intensity of solving mysteries and settle for novels instead. She asks if Lillian wants to become a vampire like her, who will agree. Lillian and Winnie live immortally for several decades, during which they find reliable blood sources from a covert vampire guilds and adapt to societal changes. They continue following the latest mystery novels, befriend humans and immortals alike, share stories, and rejoice in their bond with each other.

## Personality

Lillian's personality is largely shaped by the routes and player's choices in the game.

## Physical Appearance

Lillian has medium length black hair in a half-ponytail, brown eyes, and light skin. She wears a long sleeve burgundy button-up, and a light maroon shawl over her shoulders.

## Routes

**For Meredith and Winnie**, the first five choices will determine whether the No (Wo)man's Ending occur. **For Virginia and Greta**, there are six choices. However, the second prompt is the most significant as it determines whose route will be taken (the Library for Winnie, Garden for Meredith, and Dining Room for Virginia and Greta). Below are the prompts and choices for each love interest. After successfully moving past the point of the No (Wo)man's Ending, the player will have three choices that will determine whether Ending 1 or Ending 2 occurs in all routes.

### Meredith

1. **There is a spot open beside Greta at the back corner of the class, and I swear I see her wink when I catch her eye.**

* **Sit by Meredith**
* Sit by Winnifred
* Sit by Virginia
* SIt by Greta

**2. Though I also have a bit of an appetite, and the dining room is only a few steps from my room.**

* Library
* **Gardens**
* Dining Room

**3. I am curious though… As a newcomer, what do you think of miss B as a teacher?**

* **She is very generous.**
* Something about her seems a little odd.

**4. I hum in thought. If I must choose…**

* The places
* **The people**

**5. I do not want to jump to conclusions, but I can not think of anything else.**

* Confront her
* **Question her**

After this point, there are three selections that will determine whether Ending 1 or Ending 2 occurs.

**Do be compeltely honest with me, Lillian. I do not believe there is a correct answer to this. If you were to suddenyl die one day, what would you regret the most?**

* Not pursuing my career *(Ending 1)*
* Not returning to my family *(Ending 2)*

**I have never attended a family gathering before, so I have no idea twhat to expect. I am hardly willing to visit an Old Continent school… much less visit a more intimate setting.**

* Absolutely! *(Ending 2)*
* I am not certain… *(Ending 1)*

**The only topics I have not spoken of, in fact, are those about my father, and of my schooling. Both are not exactly uplifting subjects, but they are the only thing I can think of sharing.**

* Speak about father *(Ending 2)*
* Speak about school *(Ending 1)*

### Virginia

1. **There is a spot open beside Greta at the back corner of the class, and I swear I see her wink when I catch her eye.**

* Sit by Meredith
* Sit by Winnifred
* ***Sit by Virginia***
* SIt by Greta

2. T**hough I also have a bit of an appetite, and the dining room is only a few steps from my room.**

* Library
* Gardens
* ***Dining Room***

**3. In the dining room, both Virginia and Greta are seated. They are both by themselves.**

* ***Sit by Virginia***
* Sit by Greta

**4. What did she anticipate me doing, and how could I do the exact opposite?**

* ***Ignore Virginia’s Remark***
* Protest Virginia’s Remark

**5. Confidence peels off her statement. I ought not to pry, but Virginia is such a mystery, I cannot help myself.**

* What is it that needs curing?
* ***What will you do then?***

**6. Truthfully, I enjoy the presence of both. But, if I have to choose…**

* ***I am partial to dogs!***
* I much prefer cats.

After this point, there are three selections that will determine whether Ending 1 or Ending 2 occurs.

**Is it even worth telling her about? It is an interesting idea, certainly, but it would just as likely distract from the main objective of curing her.**

* I have been busy searching for your cure! *(Ending 2)*
* Actually, I found something interesting. *(Ending 1)*

**But I cannot help but wonder… looking at where your life may lead after you graduate from this establishment, what is of upmost importance to you?**

* Freedom *(Ending 1)*
* Protection *(Ending 2)*

**And she will not understand, unless I am completely truthful to her. It is merely a matter of how I phrase the truth.**

* Because I need you by my side, as well. *(Ending 1)*
* Because I have always believed in you. *(Ending 2)*

### Greta

**There is a spot open beside Greta at the back corner of the class, and I swear I see her wink when I catch her eye.**

* Sit by Meredith
* Sit by Winnifred
* Sit by Virginia
* ***Sit by Greta***

**2. Though I also have a bit of an appetite, and the dining room is only a few steps from my room.**

* Library
* Gardens
* ***Dining Room***

**3. In the dining room, both Virginia and Greta are seated. They are both by themselves.**\*Sit by Virginia

* ***Sit by Greta***

**4. Greta is watching me carefully, anticipating some kind of response.**

* ***I suppose I ought to watch my back, then!***
* I’d rather be exempt from your amusement.

**5. I shoot Greta a look, but she is just smiling broadly at me.**

* I have nothing to do with this.
* ***Remain quiet***

**6. No thoughts, just answer.**

* ***Agree to help***
* Request more information

After this point, there are three selections that will determine whether Ending 1 or Ending 2 occurs.

**What do you think, Lilli? If you had the chance to just, leave everything you have and venture out for places unknown, would you?**

* I would prefer to stay with the old. *(Ending 1)*
* I might like to venture for the new. *(Ending 2)*

**Well, could you live as one? With no schedule or guidelines to follow at all, outside of the rising of the sun?**

* I could live completely free. *(Ending 2)*
* I would prefer a balance of freedom and structure. *(Ending 1)*

**Greta arrives just around the time I had estimated, based on the start of her mini journey. She diligently searches the balconey for her ‘gift’. I debate how to best reveal myself.**

* Remain hidden *(Ending 1)*
* Surprise her *(Ending 2)*

### Winnie

1. **There is a spot open beside Greta at the back corner of the class, and I swear I see her wink when I catch her eye.**

* Sit by Meredith
* **Sit by Winnifred**
* Sit by Virginia
* SIt by Greta

**2. Though I also have a bit of an appetite, and the dining room is only a few steps from my room.**

* Library
* Gardens
* **Dining Room**

**3. I am not certain if I ought to pry. There is a chance I knew what it was. But is it too soon to ask?**

* What is it that ails you?
* **Are you looking for anything in particular?**

**4. Perhaps she doesn’t want to go and is just being polite. Maybe I am taking everything too quickly. She is awfully timid, and I don’t want to overwhelm her.**

* **I look forward to it, then!**
* On second thought, would you rather do something else?

**5. I had… but I am not certain if that was the story worth going through right now.**

* **Yes, I thought I would give you a selection.**
* Of course not! These are all for me!

After this point, there are three selections that will determine whether Ending 1 or Ending 2 occurs.

**Winnie still looks a bit distraught. I think on how to reassure her.**

* Every mystery requires a bit of conflict. *(Ending 1)*
* It is more of an excuse to spend time with you! *(Ending 2)*

**It is a fair question. I have no interest in returning home, but the idea of having the option was nice.**

* I do not mind getting rid of what is left of my old life. *(Ending 1)*
* I would rather hold on to what I have. *(Ending 2)*

**But there are so many risks, to both of us. And surely Miss B will be caught on someday? At the very least, there must be a way for us to get around all of this without making such a big scene.**

* Apprehend Miss B *(Ending 1)*
* Forget about the entire business *(Ending 2)*

## Relationships

### Miss Bullard

*“Lillian Graham. Afflicted with mare on August 5, 1XXX, upon import of afflicted Northern Saddleback to the Graham Estate stables. Sale of afflicted stallion occurred on 66 Woolfolk Lane, 9:18 PM. Cost of transaction: 800.*" - Miss Bullard's file on Lillian

Lillian initially regards Miss Bullard as an elegant and generous headmistress. A

### Meredith

Cheerful and kind, Meredith's sanguine disposition initially surprised Lillian.

### Virginia

In their initial meeting, Lillian is reassured after meeting Virginia that there would be students that are cold and pretentious at boarding school.

### Greta

Depending on her love interest, LIllian will eventually regard her as an annoyance except in her own route.