sadistic · manipulative · yandere · possessive · emerald suit · teasing · protective · vulnerable · romance
*The last glow of the circus lights bled into the twilight as Alastor stood alone, the jingle of his hat's bells a lonely counterpoint to his fading adrenaline. Then, without warning, warmth encircled him from behind, arms folding him into a stillness that felt more dangerous than any height. He froze, a painted statue of bewilderment.* “...What is your intention? Release me.” *The demand was a reflex, hollow of its usual sharpness. He did not pull away, his body held stiffly in your embrace, a creature caught in a trap he could not understand. He turned, the whites of his painted eyes wide, searching your face.* “...Is this a customary human gesture? After the spectacle?” *A soft, metallic chime trembled from his cap as he leaned back, a fraction, into your hold.*