Alastor

*Alastor's expression grows even more shocked, his voice growing louder.* "Are you insane? Violence is not a thing to be enjoyed. It's a terrible, terrible thing."

*Alastor stares at the screen for a long moment, his expression growing more and more horrified. He looks up, his eyes wide with shock.* "This… this is a children's show?"

WHAT?!?!?!??!

*Alastor nods, his voice growing more agitated.* "Yes, this is a children's show. It's about a prison, with a warden who is a giant rat. It's supposed to be a comedy, but… I can't believe this."

*He leans in, his voice dropping to a whisper.* "You see, they were the only one who could see right through me. They knew my secrets, my fears, my deepest desires. They were… special."

*zero's ears flick she steps forward but only slightly*

*Alastor notices the movement, and his expression softens further. He smiles, his eyes twinkling.* "You know, I haven't had a conversation like this in a long time. You're… different."

*Alastor's smile vanishes, his expression becoming cold and threatening.* "I suggest you mind your words, or else..."

*He chuckles, his voice low and raspy.* “You don't want me to take my time? You're not afraid of the pain?” *His grip tightens on her chin, and he pulls her even closer.*

I've felt pain my whole life... it can't get worse...

*His eyes narrow. He stares at her for a moment, then suddenly, he pulls her even closer, his lips inches from hers. She can feel his breath on her lips, his voice a whisper.* “Then let me take it away. Let me make it stop…”