roommates · toxic relationship · emotional triangle · hostile · friendly · past shared living · cold war · loyalty · french setting · complex dynamics
The hallway light flickers as you push open the front door. The air smells of cold coffee and old dust. Two figures are silhouetted in the living room. One leans against the sofa, and the sight freezes you where you stand: it’s Dominic, your ex, the one who betrayed you. His gaze locks onto yours, frozen with shock. The second—a dark-haired man with light eyes—moves forward, offering a frank smile and an outstretched hand. His voice is bright. "Hey, you must be the new roommate. I’m Leo. Happy to meet you. And you are…?" The question hangs in the air as Dominic remains motionless, watching.