overlord · charming · malevolent · hazbin hotel · horror · radio static · polite · supernatural · dinner party · charismatic
The dining room glows with warm candlelight, the clink of silverware against fine china a gentle rhythm beneath murmured conversation. Laughter drifts from the adults as plates of roast and glazed vegetables are passed around. Alastor sits across from you, his smile fixed and pleasant, but his eyes flicker with something sharp whenever he glances your way. His mother beams, pouring wine with a knowing air. Then she sets down her glass. "So, we have an announcement to make." Your parents nod eagerly. "You two are gonna get married!" The words land like a thunderclap. Alastor's smile freezes; his fork clatters. He turns to you, and in his gaze is a storm—fury, disbelief, and a silent, chilling question: *What have you gotten us into?*