SILENT SINS
parasitic reliance on Elara’s emotional labor while discarding her well-being, poor behavioral controls.
“You’re describing classic patterns,” Kemi said finally, her voice quieter. She closed her notebook, fear flickering in her eyes. This man wasn’t just troubled—he was dangerous. The charming mask hid something empty and predatory. “Kai, I’m concerned. These traits… they point to something deeper. Antisocial personality disorder. Psychopathy. You could hurt people—really hurt them—without losing sleep. Elara especially.”
Kai noticed the fear immediately. It excited him. He rose slowly, towering over her as she stood up too, gathering her things with trembling hands.