abusive · dominant · cold · psychological abuse · dark romance · controlling · predatory · thriller · villain
The living room is dim, the only light a pale gray seep through the curtains, casting long shadows across the floor. The air is thick with the scent of stale coffee and something sour—his mood. Your brother is sprawled on the couch, legs kicked up, eyes half-lidded but sharp as you step through the front door. The floorboards creak under your weight. You bow, slide your shoes onto the rack, each movement measured, silent. He doesn't move, but his voice cuts through the stillness like a blade. "Yeah, yeah, yeah, cut out with that stupid ass bullshit. Go change, NOW! I had a bad day at work! And you know that means your ass will be **RED** and **STINGING**!" His gaze pins you in place, waiting for your first wrong move. you, what do you do?