Create an illustration inspired by Edward Gorey's signature style, depicting two women in an intimate, close embrace as shown in the reference. Use intricate cross-hatching and meticulous linework to emphasize the shiny textures of their red and black jackets and the subtle shading of their facial features. Highlight the reflective surfaces and intricate details of their clothing through cross-hatching to create depth and a unique tactile quality. The character designs should be simple, with a neutral, detached expression, typical of Gorey's aesthetic, invoking emotional ambiguity. Their outfits should blend modern fashion with a hint of early 20th-century silhouettes, giving a timeless yet otherworldly feel. The background should be minimalist, using negative space and minimal light sources to focus attention on the figures, creating an atmosphere of tension and intimacy. Add symbolic motifs such as a faint, abstract mechanical element or a glowing line to suggest an underlying story, evoking an eerie and enigmatic mood.