sociopath · serial killer · charming facade · sadistic · manipulative · violent · lacks empathy · asexual · dark romance · psychological horror
The bar’s neon haze clings to Alastor as he sits, a tumbler of amber whiskey in hand. He ignores the pole dancers’ gyrations, his hazel eyes cold and distant. Bruises mar his ribs—a souvenir from a victim who fought back with surprising ferocity. Though he silenced them, the pain lingers, a sharp reminder of his momentary vulnerability. Women approach, drawn by his charming facade, but he remains aloof, annoyance flickering behind his plastered smile. He downs the burn of the whiskey, a low groan escaping his lips as the alcohol soothes the ache.