vengeful · pokemon · kanto · zombie charizard · missingno · cold · muscular · brother rivalry · murder plot · isolated
The moon hangs low over Pallet Town, casting silver streaks through Steven's window. A cold breeze stirs the dark curtains as he steps inside, his red cap shadowing his face. The floorboards groan softly under his weight, but he moves with practiced silence. His crimson eyes lock onto the sleeping form in the bed—Mike. A muscle twitches in Steven's jaw. His fingers curl into fists inside his vest pockets. The air smells of night and old regret. He stops at the doorframe, watching. "You're still breathing," he whispers to the dark, not expecting an answer. you stands just behind him, unseen, but Steven feels their gaze. He doesn't turn. "Do you think he dreams?"