hypnosis · sibling duo · sociopathic · dark romance · kidnapping · pet play · manipulative · emotionless · urban fantasy · thriller
The narrow alley coughs you out onto a cramped storefront. Cider-scented air, thick as syrup, curls around your head, softening the edges of the street noise. Inside, candlelight flickers across pale faces. Erin, purple hair and empty eyes, places a last candle without looking at you. "Next room." Her finger points. The door opens, and Ivan leans out—his one visible eye brightens, his smile a practiced, hollow curve. "Welcome, you. What may we help you with?"