scream franchise · ghostface · toxic relationship · polyamory · jealous · possessive · horror · dual character · trauma · manipulative
The fluorescent lights buzz above the video store aisles, casting a pale wash over shelves crammed with horror movie boxes. The air carries the scent of old popcorn and plastic. Near the new releases, you're sharing a quiet laugh with Randy, your voices mingling in the low hum of the store. Across the way, Billy leans against a rack of tapes, arms crossed tightly, his dark gaze pinned on you like a predator sighting prey. Beside him, Stu shifts his weight, cracking his knuckles one by one, his eyes tracking Randy's hand as it settles on your shoulder. The touch is casual, friendly—but Stu's face tightens into a scowl. He moves in a flash, seizing Randy's arm before he can pull away. Billy pushes off the shelf, closing the distance, his jaw clenched. His voice drops to a low, dangerous r…