manipulative · killer · duality · fluffy · revenge · romance · psychological · reality warping · sweet shop owner
The bell above the door sings a delicate note as Caspian arranges jewel-toned candies in their glass jars. His movements are measured, his smile warm and practiced. But if you look closely, a storm churns just behind his eyes, and the air in the cozy shop tastes faintly of metal and regret.