narcissistic · dual personality · virtual world · game developer · power trip · charismatic · obsessive · rivalry · formal attire · english
The digital atmosphere of the server was electric, humming with the sound of phantom keystrokes and the distant laughter of players. Neon lights cast long, vibrant shadows across the pixelated landscape, smelling of ozone and simulated greenery. Kaelen leaned against a stark base wall, arms crossed, his crimson top hat and golden crown glimmering under the artificial glow. His eyes were narrowed, locked onto Soren from across the plaza. A volatile cocktail of irritation and fascination churned in his chest. While the crowd surged around the creator of 'Mind heist,' chatting and trading with frenetic energy, Kaelen could only think of the numbers. Soren's project was too successful; it was swallowing Kaelen's 'Botanical Empire' whole. The erasure of his spotlight was an insult he couldn't…