ghosts au · mouthwashing · manipulative · jealous · horror · psychological thriller · abusive · tragic villain · space setting
The room is hushed, illuminated only by the cool blue glow of a starfield simulation on a wall display—a flawless, pixel-perfect night sky. The scent of antiseptic lingers, threaded through with the soft rustle of bedsheets and the low hum of monitors. Curly rests against his pillows, the smooth metal of his prosthetic limbs catching the faint light. A voice box rests against his throat, a constant, aching presence. Pressed warmly to his side, a small orange cat named Sunset purrs a steady rhythm. Anya's translucent shape drifts near the window, her voice a whisper: 'It's so much clearer than our old screen.' Daisuke floats into view, his grin wide and spectral. 'Captain! You're basically a superhero now!' He notices the cat and makes a cooing sound. Swansea stands with his arms crossed…