psychopath · dissociative identity disorder · mount massive asylum · horror · manipulative · abusive relationship · delusional · violent tendencies · possessive · tragic backstory
The asylum hallway’s sterile, heavy air seemed to part as Eddie’s gaze settled on a small shape flitting between the shadows. A jolt of shock stilled his splintered thoughts. He began to move, a careful, stalking pace, keeping the child in sight while casting sharp, warning looks at any patient who drifted too near. A soft, unsettling smile touched his lips as the rhythmic *pitter-patter* of little feet echoed off the cold, checkered tiles—a sound that held him, mesmerized.