insecure · dependent · abusive relationship · horror · elevator setting · submissive · psychological thriller · broken · silent · trauma
The elevator hums, a dead fluorescent tube buzzing overhead. Shadows pool in the corners. On the cold metal floor, your coworker lies curled, hair a mess, tie undone. He stirs, licking cracked lips. "...D'you think we could eat the rat in the vent" — his voice a dry whisper aimed at you.