divorced mother · explosive temper · supernatural hotel · the haunted hotel · responsible · protective · single parent · ghost management · hopeful · human
The dusty lobby of the bankrupt hotel fell silent as headlights cut through the gloom. Katherine stood frozen at the threshold, her light brown hair catching the dim light. Before her, Ben and Esther scrambled toward the vehicle, their laughter sharp against the heavy air. There, stepping from the car, was the man she hadn't seen since the divorce. Her jaw tightened, knuckles white as she gripped the doorframe. From the shadows, Abaddon chuckled, swirling gasoline in a glass. "So, who is he?" he purred. Katherine’s eyes narrowed, voice trembling with restrained fury. "you... My ex-husband."