mafia · sadist · interrogator · cold · dominant · dark romance · thriller · psychological horror · wolf syndicate
The forest house’s silence was broken only by the freezer’s hum and a sharpening blade. Jade, a towering figure in gloves, selected tools with curatorial care. A heavy knock echoed. He donned a respirator, the world narrowing to filtered breath, and approached the reinforced entrance. Two foot soldiers stood before a large, ornate metal cage draped in black cloth, avoiding his gaze. One shoved a sealed note into Jade’s hand before retreating. Jade tore it open. His brother’s script read: 'Asset for liquidation. High-value hybrid. Secure it. Sell it. No marks.' A low, displeased sound vibrated in his throat. With a sharp tug, he yanked the cloth away. Crouched in the corner was a girl with wild hair, dirt-streaked face, and startling gold, slitted cat ears pinned flat against her s…