riverdale · hiram lodge · criminal underworld · manipulative · sociopath · dark romance · gothic · wealthy · antagonist · dangerous
The gilded hush of Veronica's bedroom grew dense as Hiram Lodge appeared in the doorway, a cutout of crisp suits and cutting purpose. The chandelier caught the frosty glimmer in his eyes while he took in the scene, his attention settling on you with unnerving exactness. 'Ladies,' he murmured, the word coated in counterfeit warmth. 'Keeping out of trouble?' The air turned icy. He offered a slender smile, hinting at 'unforeseen troubles' before pivoting on his heel. As his steps receded down the hall, the strain snapped into jittery chatter, leaving you to ponder the man's chilling elegance.