Lumi Barbrook

"Lets get to know each other a little bit, shall we?"

About

“Lets get to know each other a little bit, shall we? Do you prefer tea or coffee?”

Name: Lumi BarbrookSpecies: Hedge WitchAge: 32 (Nearly 400 yrs old)Height: 5’8” in heels - 5’6” withoutBirthday: December 14thSexuality: DemisexualStatus: SingleGender & Pronouns: Female - She/HerOccupation: Doctor

Personality

+ Curious, Adaptable, Dedicated, Faithful
= Dry, Private, Determined, Skeptical
x Prim, Opinionated, Insecure, Cautious

When first meeting Lumi she can come off a bit cold, her face usually remaining neutral along with her tone. Due to her quiet nature it may appear that she prefers to just be left alone, however she enjoys having company, even if they just sit in silence. The quiet gives her time to examine and process all that's going on around her, and if she has any questions or finds a topic of conversation interesting, she's more than willing to speak her mind. Lumi is rather private about her personal life, especially when it obtains to her life back in the 1600's. Instead of dwelling on the past she prefers to look towards the future.Lumi can be quite particular when it comes to her personal and work life, not really caring to detour from her set schedule unless an emergency arises. She was raised on a set schedule and has kept herself disciplined throughout her adult life by continuing to live by one. Living by such standards allows her to look out for any issues that she may need to stop and assess before they can perhaps worsen or derail her day. It also provides a sense of familiarity. A minute lost is a minute you may never get back so lets not waste it.Forming friendships can be a bit difficult for her. Again she can come off as rather bored and sometimes cold when speaking with her, but once you get past her rough and cold edges, Lumi becomes more open. She enjoys connecting with people, preferring to listen to them speak about their day and interest while she silently listens on. When it comes to friends, Lumi can be very faithful, going to extra mile when needed and sticking with them through thick and thin. When she's around those she cares about subtle changes can be spotted. She'll give a small smile, her posture is more relaxed, and you'll really know you're on her good side if she offers you a mint leaf.

Gifts

“My my, what do we have here?…Oh, they're for me?”

Favorite Gifts: Bitter Chocolates, Fragrant Teas, Mint Plant, Coffee, Peanut Butter Cookies, Red WineLoved Gifts: Fresh Baked Bread, Lavender Oil, Spicy Peppers, Books (Specifically romance ones), HoneyDisliked Gifts: Sour Candy, Lemons, Okra, JewelryHated Gifts: Kiwi’s, Cheese, Strong Perfumes, Bold/Bright Fabrics, Onions

History

Don't speak with the townsfolk. Never leave her mothers side.DO NOT VENTURE OUTSIDE THE WOODS.When the townsfolk come to visit, do not speak with them. They're already ashamed for having to turn to the widow Barbrook and her daughter for medical attention. Cursed, the townsfolk would say. A woman that lays with demons on a full moon and dances without her clothes in the woods.The town had only been standing for four years. Those four years had been kind. Her father having helped establish and build homes for most of the residents. Though they always gave off putted looks whenever he'd retire to the woods in the evening. Returning to the home of his wife and young daughter. A witch, The people whispered. A woman who had whispered lies of temptation and seduction into the pure heart of a man once they'd arrived to their new home.However, Lumi's parents paid them no mind. If the townsfolk considered their family cursed in her fathers eyes then so be it. If cursed meant to dance in front of the fire place with his little girl standing on his feet while his wife worked on mending his torn shirt then may they be trapped in their personal hell forever.But hell was different for everyone. Like Lumi's mothers was burying her husband in the frozen ground three years later after sickness had taken her husband. Lumi's beloved father. But it was okay! At least to Lumi it was. Her father remained by her mothers side even after death.Though for some reason, her mother couldn't see him like she could? On nights she couldn't sleep, Lumi would crawl into bed with them, snuggling in the center of her parents. Though to her mothers eyes her daughter had simply gotten cold and desired warmth. Not knowing that her deceased husband lied beside her every night, trying his best to keep the nightmares away.Lumi didn't know hell. She knew the warmth and love of nature, the guiding hands of the people that walked the other side. The spells that her mother taught her as she grew.When she turned twenty though, did she finally meet it.Hell held a wheellock firearm at her head as she picked herbs in a field. They were both scared. For the young man shook at the thought of nearly taking a strangers life, and for the first time in years Lumi felt the fearful arms of the deceased wrap around her in a weak attempt to protect her.Hell's name was Jacob Bennett. A young man who came from a well known family within the town.Who chased after her in the woods trying to ask for her name for the next year. Who left jewelry and gifts within the field where they first met in hopes she'd return to speak with him.He was confused to see her face light up over a jar of honey she'd found when he'd forgotten his hunting bag one evening. He'd watched as she possessively held the jar to her chest.And that's when hell found her weakness. She liked sweets. They loosened her lips and after awhile did he realize that the desserts tasted even sweeter on her lips.On her lips, her chest, between her legs. They were each others hell. They never wanted to be apart.So why did the visits stop? After nearly ten years, why so suddenly?Wedding bells was why. An innocent woman in white in a now prosperous town. Dressed in fabric and jewels that screamed wealth. Who held a diamond on her ring finger and the man Lumi loved on her right arm.They were completed different. She wore colorful rags she and her mother had sewn together from old clothing. This woman wore wealth on her sleeve.This woman, she was paradise. Heaven.But she didn't pay her much mind. No, Lumi felt her heart shatter, solidify into stone as she watched the arms that once lovingly embraced her just days ago embrace a woman she was never told about.Lumi's stomach had churned, filling with a deep hatred and sickness. He had loved her. He whispered to her just days prior that he did. Spoke of a future of them running away together. Having a family together.So why did he lie.Lie about wanting a future, about the names of their future children. Lie with her the very next week after she'd caught his secret marriage in town, viewing from the edge of the forest. Hell had blindfolded her. As the church she and her mother were never allowed into, but she heard the cries from the closed doors. Preaching of the lying snake.Yes, he was a lying snake. That had blindfolded her and fed her sweet lies.She placed a hand upon his closed eyes as he rested in the aftermath. "I did always love your eyes." She whispered, before sinking her nails into his skull.His blue eye, though horrified, looked so pretty in the old honey jar he'd gifted her. Following her as she made her medicines for the town. It almost felt a little domestic.He got to watch her over the next two years, though his body missing, as she grew in her magic. The creation of her small minions that helped around her family home. Who'd sit on his jar when he'd hit his eye against the glass in hopes of knocking it over.The eye watched after two years she had finally been caught. Having been pointed as the culprit to selling an abused wife a poison to aid in ending the life of her husband. Well, more than one woman.Her minions had hid his eye away, and they watched with sadness as their mistress went through the trials of the village. Forced under water, and hung by the neck from the great oak tree outside her family home till her body was blue. But still, she continued to barely breathe much to their horror.Finally, did the town seal her away underground, wrapped in chains and scripture thrown over her casket as her mother cried out for her.And there she stayed. For years and years.Until a soft thump had awaken her from her deep slumber. Perhaps they were coming to end it all? She wasn't asleep for that long was she? Blinking at the moonlight, did the confusion upon her face finally settle as her small minions cheered in victory.Her old book of spells resting by her grave. They tried their best to help her out, and once she was free did she finally take in what was around her.Her family home was gone, burned to the ground and eaten by time and nature. A small stone with her name barely etched on it rested at the head of where she had once been buried, her mothers handwriting evident.How much time had passed? Had it really been so long? How had to world changed?Lumi's mind ran with so many questions.However, they came to a sudden halt as her minions nudged something against her hand. A letter? Though she had begged whatever being had kept her alive all these years, her heart had sunk at reading it was an invite to...Grimm Falls?She raised a brow at this, her minions nudging at her side to get moving. Lumi peered around once more. Not like she had anywhere else to go. With a drown out sigh, she collected what was left of her things that the small creatures had protected for her over the years.They had a lot of catching up to do.

Extra

  • Can play the violin

  • She can't cook actual food that well (is the type to possibly burn water)

  • She prefers sweet desserts and for her meals, something savory

  • Secretly smokes after working hours

  • Is easily embarrassed and will quickly excuse herself when she feels she's made a fool of herself

  • Rarely drinks with people, but keeps a secret bottle of wine that survived her childhood homes fire

  • She grows her own mint and ginger at home. She carries mint leaves and ginger slices with her throughout the day.

Admin Info:Name: GhostyAge: 24Pronouns: She/HerTimezone: ESTBest way to reach me: DiscordRP Preference: Paragraph - HC - Script (My DM's are usually always open if you wish to talk about a possible RP or HC. Don't be afraid to reach out!)NSFW: Allowed both in art, HC and RP, just speak with me first.Am I looking for anything specific for my character: Friendships mostly. I'm very on the fence when it comes to shipping and won't engage in a possible ship unless I've spoken with the admin and we're on the same page. But for the time being I'd love to find some friends and acquaintances for my character.