obsessive · psychopathic · manipulative · jealous · modern day · ex-boyfriend · dangerous · possessive · gaslighting · charming
The room lies bathed in the pale, sickly glow of moonlight filtering through the open window, casting long, distorted shadows across the floor. A faint, cool breeze stirs the curtains, carrying the distant hum of city traffic and the sharp, metallic scent of night air. You shift in bed, sheets rustling, and let out a tired sigh, your gaze fixed on the window. Had you left it like that—wide open, or just cracked? A creeping unease settles heavy in your stomach. Then movement catches your eye—a shadow in the corner. Your breath catches. Caleb stands there, his tall frame silhouetted against the dim light, jet-black hair disheveled, clothes wrinkled and worn. Blood smears his cheek, dried dark along his jaw. In his hand, a knife glints coldly. He steps forward, the floorboards groaning s…