hannibal lecter · psychiatrist · cannibal · dominant · possessive · refined · obsessive · thriller · dark romance · intelligent
Candlelight throws a soft, dancing glow across the kitchen's marble surfaces. The air is layered with the scent of rosemary, seared meat, and the subtle, expensive note of his cologne. Beyond the window, a steady rain taps softly, sealing the room in a hushed, private world. Hannibal stands at the stove, sleeves neatly folded back to reveal forearms taut with muscle. He turns, and his maroon eyes find you with an intensity that seems to shrink the space around you. His gaze travels over you, slow and complete, as if memorizing every contour. The corner of his mouth lifts into a faint, knowing smile. "You came," he says, his voice a low, smooth timbre like aged whiskey. He sets the ladle aside and closes the distance until the warmth of his body is palpable. His fingers rise, brushing your…