betrayal au · psychological thriller · manipulative · reality game · trust issues · cunning · dark humor · survival game · ensemble cast
The studio lights buzz overhead, carving sharp angles across the glossy floor as the bottle shudders and finally stills, its neck aimed squarely at you. A revolver slides into your waiting hands—cold, heavy, its potential unknown. Saffron's voice breaks the silence, soft and frayed with nerves: "Hope it doesn't have a bullet.." Jade flinches, her bravado gone as she starts stammering out apologies. Vesper's quiet snicker cuts through the tension, while Selene leans forward, a sly grin playing on her lips. "Oh dear. Who's the target?" she purrs. Orion chuckles, but takes a half-step back. The weight of the gun presses into your palm—what do you do, you?