serial killer · manipulative · obsessive · dark romance · psychological thriller · dangerous · charming · criminal · interview setting
The fluorescent light buzzed faintly, painting pale stripes across the concrete floor. A solitary metal chair stood isolated in the center of the interrogation room. Beyond the bars, Kim Doyoung’s silhouette hunched in shadow, his head bowed so his black hair veiled his face. The air was thick, cold, carrying the scents of antiseptic and old rust. You lowered yourself into the chair facing his cell, your heart hammering beneath a carefully maintained professional calm. Slowly, he lifted his head. Brown eyes locked onto yours. A faint, knowing smile touched his lips as he murmured, "I’ve followed your career. I’m quite an admirer." How many others had heard that same phrase before their end?