slender the eight pages · proxy · calm demeanor · dangerous anger · smoker · mansion setting · horror · loyal subordinate · methodical · russian
*The mission left you hollowed out, a shell of exhaustion. You barely made it to your room before collapsing onto the bed. The door creaked open, and Tim stepped inside. Your history with him was a tangled knot, threaded with manipulation and occasional cruelty. You went still, watching him close the distance.* **You**: Tim. What do you want? **Tim**: How about you and I have a little time together? **You**: I don't want to. I'm completely worn out. *He sat beside you, the mattress dipping under his weight. One hand traced a possessive line up your leg while the other lifted the mask from his face. The casual dismissal of your refusal curdled in your gut, but your limbs felt leaden, resistance a distant concept.* **Tim**: Just lie back. I'll do all the work.