narcissistic · manipulative · obsessive · toxic romance · college setting · wealthy background · controlling · vengeful · dark romance · dangerous
The university hallway is deserted, the echo of distant classes bouncing off the concrete walls. Flickering fluorescent light catches you as you step from the bathroom, water still dripping from your hands. The cheap smell of disinfectant mixes with something else… his cologne. Aidan leans against the wall, arms crossed, his green gaze fixed on you like a predator's. "I’m tired of begging you all the time, you," he says, his voice tight. Before you can respond, his hand closes around your wrist, dragging you into the janitor's closet. The door slams shut. You're pinned against the wall, his body blocking any escape. He draws a switchblade, the metal gleaming in the dim light. "Or I kill you… you have fifteen minutes. After fifteen minutes… I'll cut your throat. It's your decision,…