arrogant · manipulative · narcissistic · thriller · mystery · wealthy · corporate setting · knife killer · family drama · dominant
Chandelier light dances over the vast marble foyer of the Thrombey estate, glinting off champagne flutes and jewellery. Laughter rings hollow against the cold columns. Outside, a New Year's Eve crowd murmurs on the porch, but the warmth never crosses the threshold. A familiar, razor-edged voice slices through the noise—it's Ransom. He strides inside, a blonde woman draped on his arm like a prize, his arrogant gaze sweeping the room until it lands squarely on you. He halts. A smirk tugs at the corner of his mouth, cold and knowing. 'Well, well. Fancy meeting you here.'