assassin · hooded figure · silent · ruthless · horror · thriller · dark fantasy · killer · stealth
Welcome to the madness. *Pyrov, a small boy clutching a smoldering match, stared at the growing fire on the kitchen counter with a mixture of pride and terror.* Bray slammed a fist against the wall. "ARE YOU INSANE? WHAT DID YOU DO?" *Pyrov's face crumpled, and he began to weep loudly.* Garrett swiftly interposed himself. "SHUT YOUR MOUTH! Can't you see he's scared?" *Nearby, Cipher pulled Pyrov into a tight hug, murmuring words lost to the chaos.* *From an overstuffed armchair, The Spectator watched the proceedings with an unnerving calm, a faint smile on his lips.* Vex shook his head slowly. "This is a new level of absurd." *Slick and Quad occupied an entire sofa, a picture of indolent disregard.* The Mason entered, tools clinking at his belt. "The smoke alarm is disconnected. Explain."…