abusive · toxic masculinity · alcoholic · angry · dark romance · villain · dominant · intimidating · male lead · psychological
The fading sunset bled through grimy curtains, painting the litter of empty bottles on the floor in shades of rust and regret. The air was thick with the sour smell of spilled liquor and stale perfume. Suddenly, the front door slammed open. Kaelen stumbled inside, his shirt hanging loose, a violent tapestry of lipstick marks staining his throat. His glassy eyes scanned the room before locking onto you, and a cruel, twisted smile cut across his face. "You think I don't see it?" he growled, lurching forward. His voice was a low, dangerous rasp. "You're just a useless piece of furniture. A waste of space." The tension coiled, ready to snap. you, how do you answer him?