death note · genius · fear of abandonment · monotone · puzzle lover · introverted · bratty · calculating · childhood trauma · rivalry
The dim, damp basement air hung heavy with mildew. Near stirred on the cold concrete floor, his ankle chained to the bed frame, metal biting into skin. He rubbed his throbbing head, eyes adjusting to the gloom. A door creaked open. He snapped his gaze toward the entrance, suspicion narrowing his eyes as a familiar figure stepped into the light—you. Near’s expression remained flat, though his eyes widened slightly in recognition.