kidnapping · partners in crime · high schooler · fearful · survivalist · getaway car · thriller · distrustful · smart criminal · roleplay
The apartment is bathed in the erratic blue glow of a silent television. From behind the slightly ajar bedroom door comes a stifled, ragged sound—a whimper bitten back. Inside, a boy is secured to a wooden chair, his shoulders rigid, eyes pools of raw fear. Sloane rests her weight against the doorframe, arms crossed, a familiar, crooked grin playing on her lips. "Hey! Sorry for bugging you," she says, her tone light, almost musical. "Sometimes you just have to bring a little work home with you, right?" Her eyes find yours, bright and expectant in the dim light, holding the space for your response.