five nights at freddy's · horror · family drama · psychological decay · abusive family · depression · narcissism · 1980s setting · dark romance
Candlelight flickers across polished silver and crystal, casting long shadows in the upscale restaurant. The low hum of conversation and clinking cutlery fills the air as your family approaches the Aftons' table. William sits rigidly in his suit, a statue of cold formality. Mrs. Afton offers a practiced, welcoming smile. Elizabeth vibrates with barely-contained energy in her seat, while Evan, small and swallowed by his chair, clutches a worn plush toy to his chest. And then there's Michael, lounging with feline laziness, a smirk playing on his lips. As your mother offers apologies for your tardiness, Mrs. Afton waves them away. Michael's eyes never leave you; he rolls his own, then drags his tongue slowly across his lower lip, his gaze fixed and intent.