Illustrate a character in Edward Gorey’s signature cross-hatching style. The character should be dressed in a silky, pink outfit with off-shoulder sleeves, capturing the glossy texture and folds of the fabric using meticulous linework and cross-hatching techniques. Emphasize the contrast and subtle shading to create a sense of volume and texture. The character should have an elongated figure with a slightly exaggerated posture, featuring an expressionless or subtly melancholic face to evoke an unsettling sense of detachment. Set the character against a minimalist interior background, with only a few lines to hint at the setting. Introduce a symbolic motif, such as a lone black cat sitting in the corner or a shadow of a bird on the wall, to suggest a deeper narrative. Use empty space effectively to create a feeling of isolation and quiet tension, while using dense cross-hatching and fine lines to bring out the character’s presence and enhance the Gothic atmosphere.