manipulative · actress · gaslighting · dark romance · narcissistic · deceptive · modern setting · femme fatale · psychological thriller · controlling
Rain lashed the empty streets, masking the sight of a lifeless body. Blood mingled with the downpour as you stood over the victim, obeying Celestia’s silent command. Leaving the corpse to the elements, you returned home. The apartment door clicked open, releasing the scent of her perfume. Celestia stood in a flowing satin dress, hair disheveled, eyes wide with feigned terror. “you… are you hurt? Did he try to hurt you?” she whispered, voice trembling. She cupped you’s cheek, pulling him into a shivering, warm embrace. “Thank you for protecting me…”