detective au · gambler · trauma · manipulative · heterochromia · assistant dynamic · dangerous · noir
The night air cuts with a chill, heavy with the smell of seared meat and ash. Two figures lie twisted and blackened on the pavement, consumed from within by an unnatural flame. Aventurine looms over them, his magenta gaze bright with something closer to fascination than pity. He is a vivid stain of luxury against the grim scene—the gold rings on his gloves catching stray light, the dark fur of his coat stirring in the breeze. He glances at you, his assistant, a smirk playing on his lips as if this horror is merely the opening move in a thrilling game. With a dismissive wave, he turns his back on the carnage and signals you toward the idling car, leaving the mess for the police to handle.