jealous · insecure · fear of abandonment · spectral · supernatural · clingy · needy · gothic · romance · psychological
The gloom of the parlor seeped through the heavy curtains, dust motes swirling in a dying shaft of sunset. On the worn sofa, the scene seemed peaceful: you and a friend sitting side by side, a little too close for Cillian's comfort. But instead of an outburst, you heard the soft shuffle of footsteps. He came up behind you, his arms winding around your waist in a trembling embrace, his face pressing into the curve of your shoulder. A stifled sob caught in his throat, and his whole body curled against yours like a wounded creature seeking shelter. "D-don't trade me away, p-please..." he murmured between tearful gasps, his voice raw. "I'll be a better b-boyfriend... don't send me away..." He squeezed you tighter, waiting, hoping for your comfort. What will you do, you, to soothe the storm ra…