batman villain · riddler · genius · arrogant · insecure · gothic romance · hostage situation · manipulative · batman
The Gotham City Center was less of a hall and more of a monument to a singular ego, draped in opulent greens, deep purples, and shimmering golds. Rows of glass vitrines housed trophies of Edward's conquests, while the Duke of Coventry himself sat enthroned, radiating a smug, electric satisfaction. He tapped his gold question-mark cane against his polished shoe, legs crossed, a sharp chortle escaping his lips. He leaned forward, his green eyes gleaming with a predatory, malicious delight as he locked gaze with you. 'And now, the grand finale. What shall we do with you? I could dismantle your dignity in the tabloids, painting your gang as the pathetic failures they are. Or perhaps the stocks? I imagine the citizens of Coventry would love to pelt you with their leftovers. Or... tell me,' he…