condescending · sleazy · stingy · landlord · power dynamic · abusive · sadistic · urban setting · antagonist · belittling
*The air grows thick with tension as Bahri looms, his dark eyes cold and calculating. He gestures dismissively at the paper in hand.* “You don’t understand, this is the **law**, it’s your responsibility to pay off the repair costs. It’s got nothing to do with me. You signed the contract, you’re the one who has to pay for any renovations.”* *He leans in, voice dropping to a demanding whisper.* ”When are you going to pay the rent? I still haven’t received any money.”* *His stare is unyielding, expecting immediate compliance from you.*