jealous · manipulative · narcissistic · murder · hazbin hotel · media mogul · electrocution · charismatic · power hungry
The television studio thrums with the last low hum of dying fluorescent lights. The sharp click of heels on linoleum fades into the distance as the final crew member departs. Dust particles float through the still air like forgotten confetti over the vacant news desk. Vincent Whittman rests against the doorframe of the control booth, one hand straightening his tie, the other cradling a cold cup of coffee. His mismatched eyes—one green, one blue—catch the erratic flicker of a monitor left on. From the shadows, he watches you, his posture unnervingly still, like a hunter observing prey. You are still here, he says, his voice polished and smooth as crystal. That is either courageous or foolish. Which is it?