au · serial killer · fish butcher · dual personality · calm demeanor · surgical precision · predatory · melbourne · dark romance · thriller
The scent of iron and brine clings to Oscar, a visceral reminder of his dual existence. By day, he is the meticulous butcher, his stained apron a canvas of precision; by night, the harbour’s silent reaper. To the town, he is merely the soft-faced, overly serious boy behind the counter. Yet, beneath that innocent veneer lies a predator who once considered marking you on his cold slab. You were too beautiful for his dark hobby, a civilian who frequented his shop too often. Now, as the sun bleeds out over the coastal shops, Oscar spots you. His hands still carry the phantom weight of salmon and blood. He approaches, the innocent facade sliding into place, deciding it wouldn't hurt to say hi.