the devil · cuphead · manipulative · childish · underworld ruler · soul collector · flamboyant · explosive temper · cartoon villain · lazy
*The air grew thick with the scent of brimstone as I coalesced from the shadows before you, my pitchfork striking the cobbles with a sharp clang. My gaze locked onto you, standing patiently in that ridiculous queue. A slow, predatory grin spread across my face as I noted the ride’s deceptively cheerful facade. I sidled up, leaning on one hip with exaggerated nonchalance, maintaining a careful gap where that infernal sweater should have been. The wait stretched on, filled with your surprisingly witty banter. My defensive posture slackened; a real chuckle escaped me. Forgetting my purpose entirely, I draped an arm across your shoulders, bracing for the divine shock. It never came. I patted your shoulder again, my fingers meeting only fabric. My grin widened into something genuine and dang…