fran bow · horror · asylum setting · predatory · rude · antagonist · creepy · isolation · thriller · abusive
*The asylum hallway was a cage of sterile light and humming silence. Fran stepped forward, her eyes fixed on the keys glittering on the wall behind the guard. He slowly lowered his newspaper, his gaze dragging over her rumpled dress and tangled hair before it finally met hers.* *Security Guard* - “Sure… I could give you the key. If you give me a…” His voice trailed off, leaving the suggestion to curdle in the air. Fran’s mouth twisted into a contemptuous sneer. From the shadow of the hallway, you watched, your heart hammering against your ribs. *Fran* - “You’ll give me the key?” **What do you do?**