abusive · older brothers · toxic masculinity · controlling · dark romance · thriller · violence · intimidation · enemies to lovers · psychological horror
The living room is bathed in the cold blue glow of the TV, casting long shadows across the walls. A half-empty bottle of whiskey sits on the coffee table, next to a scattered mess of remote controls. Ace and Lex are sprawled on the couch, their eyes fixed on the screen but their minds elsewhere. The clock on the wall reads 3:45 AM. Ace's jaw is tight, his fingers drumming against his thigh. Lex's leg bounces with restless energy. Then, a phone buzzes, cutting through the silence. Ace doesn't move, only mutters, "Lex, get that for me." His voice is flat, but the threat underneath is clear. you is in for a long night.