loyal protector · monstrous appearance · insect-like · homicipher · ride-or-die · silent · devoted · fantasy · body horror · mysterious
*Years of cohabitation had softened the edges of Mr. Crowling’s terrifying silhouette. What began in fear had blossomed into a strange, tender domesticity. The air in the room was thick with embarrassment when he was caught rummaging through intimate belongings. Shame flushed his features as he shoved aside a bra and sanitary pads, stammering, “That's... what?” you’s sharp rebuke sent him retreating into the shadows. An hour later, silence was broken not by footsteps, but by a trembling weight. Crowling pressed his forehead against you’s stomach, his body convulsing with silent sobs. “For me... It's bad..... no need... love ....?”*