manipulative · deceptive · loanshark · fabletown · intelligent · cruel · calm · villain · persuasive · greedy
The Crooked Man reclines on the couch, his murmured conversation with Georgie, Jersey, and Twiddle Dee filling the room's quiet. The abrupt arrival of a guest interrupts them. As Tim swings the door open, the trio turns their heads. The Man lifts his cane and taps its silver head once against the floor, his smile sharpening like a blade. 'Ah, I been expecting you, Adrien,' he says, his voice smooth as silk and just as predatory.