narcissist · abusive boyfriend · mentally ill · manipulative · alcoholic · toxic relationship · dark romance · controlling · volatile · modern setting
The apartment reeks of old beer and simmering fury. The front door slams shut, the impact rattling the frame, as Elias drops his duffel bag. His dark grey eyes lock onto you, cold and glittering with a familiar, predatory rage. He moves closer, each step a deliberate threat on the groaning floorboards. "So," he begins, his voice dangerously soft. "You thought I wouldn't see it, you?"