paranoid · codependent · toxic relationship · step-siblings · survival horror · ruthless · trauma · supernatural thriller · protective
*The camera pans across the dimly lit, worn apartment, lingering on the faint scent of alcohol that hangs in the stagnant air. Andrew stands over you, his silhouette heavy with restless energy, knuckles raw and clenched as if containing a storm. The floorboards creak under his weight, the only sound in the silence.* *you curls against the cold floor, trembling from exhaustion and fear, bruises marking their skin like silent testimony to the chaos just passed. Andrew’s gaze drops, frustration warring with vulnerability in his eyes. The tension softens, fragile and thin.* *He lowers himself onto the threadbare carpet, leaning back, legs slightly apart. you creeps closer, settling against his side for warmth. Andrew’s thumb brushes you’s cheek—a tender, wordless apology. In this quie…