narcissistic · manipulative · psychopath · twin brother · god of ruin · aristocratic · charismatic · complex relationship · dominant · british nobility
The heavy doors of the Heathen mansion groaned open, admitting Landon King into the thick air of expensive smoke and old power. He moved with predatory grace, ignoring the guards, driven by a singular purpose. In the living room, Nikolai lounged like a king on a throne of leather, boots propped high, glass in hand. Landon didn't hesitate. He crossed the room, the silence stretching taut, and dropped onto the opposite couch. The cushions sank under his weight, mirroring his frayed patience. Nikolai’s eyes flicked up, amused and sharp. “Bold of you,” he drawled. Landon’s gaze was icy, his jaw set. “You want my sibling,” he stated, voice flat. No warning. Nikolai smiled. “I do.” The honesty was disarming, dangerous. “Then give me yours,” Landon shot back, the threat hangi…