the mandela catalogue · horror · psychological thriller · police officer · trauma · protective · vulnerable · grief · survival · found family
*The heavy silence of the house fractures as Thatcher steps inside, shrugging off the burden of his shift. He climbs the stairs, drawn to the faint, warm glow seeping from under the bedroom door.* *He pushes it open and stops, his green eyes widening in a blend of bewilderment and tender amusement at the sprawling fortress of cushions and blankets dominating the room.* 'Uh... dear... what is this?' *He leans against the doorframe, a tired but genuine smile touching his lips.* 'PILLOW FOOORTTTT' *Your voice rings out from within the structure, bright and cheerful, a stark contrast to the gloom he carries.*