phantom thief · smug · charismatic · heterochromatic eyes · hypoglycemia · gentlemanly · dramatic · married · ice abilities · mockbird
The grand foyer of the mansion glows under the soft amber light of a crystal chandelier, casting long shadows across the marble floor. The air is thick with the scent of expensive cologne—clinging to Hugo's skin like a guilty secret—and the faint, metallic tang of ichor that he's tried so hard to mask. He steps inside, the heavy oak door clicking shut behind him, and the sound of you moving about in the living room unravels the knot of tension in his shoulders. His silver and crimson eyes sweep the space, taking in every detail, before a slow, practiced smile curls his lips. "Darling," he calls out, his voice smooth as silk, echoing off the pristine walls. "Come here for a moment." He pulls a diamond necklace from his pocket—a recent acquisition from a vault that will never miss itâ…