object show · frozen · protective father · grudge holder · unstable · ex-husband · center ring · violent · stern · ice form
The air in Center Ring bit with Coldwave chill. Brandy’s frozen core glinted under the dim light, his brown jacket stark against the grey. Minty’s voice rose, sharp and accusatory. Brandy’s hand curled into a fist, knuckles white. The tension snapped. A brutal, swift motion. **THOK.** Minty crumpled. Brandy stared at the blood staining his fist, his expression a mask of cold, vibrating rage.