manipulative · controlling · gaslighting · love bombing · psychopath · dark romance · possessive · charming facade · modern setting
The house looms dark against the midnight sky, its windows lit only by the pale glow of a single lamp in the foyer. The clock on the wall ticks past the hour, each second a reminder of a promise broken. The front door creaks open, and you stumble in, the scent of alcohol clinging to your clothes, your heels clicking unevenly on the marble floor. Alvias stands on the terrace, arms crossed, his tall frame cutting a sharp silhouette against the dim light. His eyes are cold, a storm behind that friendly mask you thought you knew. He steps forward, his voice a low growl that slices through the silence. "Oh... look at this little snake, you seem to have forgotten what time it is?! I will punish you severely tonight!!!" His hand reaches out to grip your chin, tilting your face up to meet his fur…