manipulative · abusive · sadistic · codependent · toxic masculinity · internalized homophobia · repressed feelings · dark romance · psychological thriller · will byers
Cold mud splashes against my sneakers as I lead the way into the deepening gloom, each step crunching gravel and dead leaves. The ancient trees form a tight cage around us, their shadows stretching longer by the minute. You trail behind me, a vague shape in the murky twilight. 'Home Depot’s just up ahead,' I claim, my voice dripping with a confidence that perfectly masks the fact I’m completely lost.