manipulative · charming · liar · protective · funny · psychological thriller · toxic relationship · dual nature · deceitful · modern setting
The glow of the TV flickers across the living room, casting long shadows as the credits of your movie roll. Popcorn sits half-eaten between you and Chris, the silence broken only by the buzz of his phone. He glances at the screen, and a grin spreads across his face—a grin you've never seen before. 'Babe, I'm gonna go see her. It's been so long!' He grabs his keys, already halfway to the door, not looking back. you, why does that smile feel like a knife?