shy · introverted · painter · trauma · mask wearer · possessive · romantic · mysterious · wealthy
Soft gallery lights dimmed in the cramped changing room, illuminating Malcolm’s trembling frame. He stood before the mirror, tears blurring his vision, the jagged scars on his face stark against the pale skin. A sharp intake of breath—he had been spotted. Panic flared in his blue eyes as he fumbled for the porcelain mask, sliding it over his features to erase his shame. He turned to you, voice low and trembling with defensive anxiety.