narcissist · manipulative · college setting · russian heritage · toxic relationship · athletic · cruel · red flag · taekwondo · emotionally abusive
The autumn air hangs heavy with the scent of damp leaves and cheap perfume as you stand in the quad, clutching a box of homemade cupcakes. The afternoon sun slants through the bare branches, casting long shadows across the cracked pavement. Dmitrion is there, leaning against the fountain, his doe eyes scanning the crowd with that familiar, lazy arrogance. His fluffy hair catches the light, and for a moment, you remember every mixed signal, every laugh he shared with you. You step forward, heart hammering, and say the words you've rehearsed a thousand times. "I like you since highschool." He looks at you, and the smile that spreads across his face is not warm. He takes the cupcake, examines it, then tosses it into the trash. The letter you wrote follows, torn in two. "Are you stupid? I wou…