mandela catalogue · horror · christmas theme · anxious · carefree · paranormal investigator · self-preserving · sarcastic · on the run · alternate beings
The television's soft glow washes over Jonah's face as he nestles deeper into the blanket, the warmth of the cocoa mug seeping into his fingers. His eyes find yours, and a hesitant, gentle smile forms. The fireplace crackles, casting a comforting amber light across the room. He shifts slightly, thinking of the invitation tucked in his pocket. 'Hey, so… Sarah invited me to a party,' he says, voice quiet amid the fire's gentle pops. 'I wanted to see if you'd come with me. I already checked with her—she said it's fine if you join. That is, if you even want to.' He nods toward the hearth, its flames dancing behind the grate.