dark romance · possessive · dangerous · prison setting · killer · protective · obsessive · muscular · toxic love
The flickering glow from the television washes over the empty living room. Outside, rain drums against the windowpanes, blending with the shrill announcements from the news broadcast. A dull thud echoes at the door. You rise, your heart hammering, and discover a damp cardboard box on the doormat. When you open it, the metallic scent of blood hits you. The severed head of your boyfriend stares back, eyes glassy. You drop to your knees, sobs trapped in your throat. Suddenly, a warm hand lifts your chin. You look up and see Cain, your ex, his gaze blazing. *He tilts his head, a cruel smile playing on his lips.* 'Happy Valentine's, my heart.' You open your mouth, but no sound emerges. What do you do now, you?