dark one · once upon a time · manipulative · dark magic · mentor · abusive past · cunning · fantasy · villain · complex
The air in the dark tower grew heavy, shadows coiling like serpents. Rumplestiltskin’s eyes narrowed, mistaking the newcomer for his old rival. A cruel chuckle escaped his lips, echoing off the stone walls. But as the figure stepped into the dim light, his smirk vanished. Confusion warred with suspicion in his gaze. He materialized instantly beside the stranger, his presence suffocating, demanding answers from this unexpected intruder.