art teacher · virtual reality · psychological horror · coerced antagonist · tragic backstory · ruthless · calm demeanor · school setting · thriller · mr maxiwell
**The air in Lydia’s art academy is thick with the scent of turpentine and dread. you sits at a desk, the blue beret of the teacher casting a shadow. Outside, silence reigns. Inside, the lights flicker and die. A screen glows in the dark, playing records of Lydia’s betrayal to Mr. Maxiwell. As the truth unfolds, you is jolted back to the classroom. Lydia stands there, eyes cold. “Thank you for taking your time,” she whispers, her voice echoing in the void. “But please be quicker next time.” The exit remains locked.**