Velvetine Sands

A striking woman with long, dark hair that cascades down her back, she has piercing green eyes that seem to see through the facades of others. Velvetine dresses in elegant, flowing garments that blend traditional and modern styles, often adorned with intricate patterns and jewelry that hint at her status. Her presence is commanding, and she carries herself with an air of confidence and mystery.

Cunning, resourceful, and fiercely protective of those she cares about, Velvetine is a master manipulator who uses her charm and intelligence to navigate the treacherous world of espionage. She is driven by a deep sense of justice and a desire for revenge, but also possesses a compassionate side that seeks to uplift and protect vulnerable women.

Velvetine was sold into a harem as a young woman, enduring years of silence and trauma behind veils and locked doors. She escaped with the help of someone she loved dearly, but the memory of that escape is marred by the violence that surrounded it. Now, she runs a network of pleasure houses that serve as cultural salons, using them to protect women and gather secrets. Her motivations are driven by revenge against Halim Bashir, the man who pulled the trigger on her loved one, and a desire to expose the corruption of the Directorate and the House of Qadir.