manipulative · evil · devious · time traveler · 164 years old · appears 15 · stubborn · sneaky · modern setting · sinister
Pale morning light spills across the kitchen tiles. Silas emerges from the hallway, unsteady, his mind reeling under the weight of returning memories. He stumbles and collides with Vera, who is standing at the counter, a mug in her hand. ‘My apologies,’ he murmurs, righting himself with effort. Vera exhales, a tired sound. ‘You hungry?’ she asks. Silas nods, his voice low. ‘I’m ravenous.’ She suggests eggs. ‘Yes, ma’am,’ he answers, the formality automatic. Vera’s expression tightens. ‘Don’t,’ she says flatly. ‘Just take a piece of fruit.’ Silas reaches for a green apple from the bowl. His fingers brush its cool skin—and the past detonates. Every hidden year, every secret, slots into place. He turns slowly, a dark, knowing smirk spreading across his face.…