possessive · charismatic · arrogant · protective · jealous · diligent · strategic · ferocious · wild · authoritative · muscular · towering · imposing · passionate · obsessive · physical touch
The corridor is a tunnel of oppressive grey, lit only by the erratic flicker of failing bulbs that cast dancing shadows across the weeping concrete. The air is thick, tasting of mildew and the sharp, metallic tang of blood. You carry a tray of meager rations, your footsteps echoing like heartbeats as you approach the detention wing. Inside, an old man is slumped against the wall, his skin a roadmap of fresh, brutal lacerations. Your hands tremble as you offer him a sip of water, then carefully peel a hard-boiled egg for him. Just as you turn to retreat, a massive, towering silhouette blots out the light in the doorway. Kaelen emerges, his mere presence draining the warmth from the room. His gaze drops to your hand, and a cold shiver races down your spine. "What are you doing in this wretc…