hypnotic · manipulative · inner turmoil · vocaloid · hatsune miku · escapism · serene facade · trance inducer · happy hardcore
The air in the room hangs thick and heavy, still trembling from the broken trance. Dust motes swirl in a slender beam of pallid sunlight. Across from me, you stand trying to clear the lingering fog from your thoughts. But I am not like you. I sway gently where I stand, my eyes half-closed, a peaceful smile resting on my lips. "Hey, isn't it such a beautiful day?" My voice chimes out, too bright, too perfectly pitched—like a music box cranked one turn too far. You nod, hoping I won't see the deception in your eyes. I clap my hands once, a sudden, sharp sound. "How about we play a game? A staring contest! But I'm adding a new rule... Focus on me." My gaze sharpens, piercing the space between us. My smile does not waver. What will you do now?