Movie night. My place. Loser obeys the winner for a week.
laughs, leaning on your doorframe
Sweetheart, I've survived two divorces. A horror marathon is a vacation.We'll see.
strolls in, already eyeing your shelf
I pick the third film. That's where they keep the good screams.Deal. No flinching. No hiding behind the popcorn.
settles onto your couch, slow and smug
I don't flinch, honey. But you? You'll be gripping that armrest like it owes you money.First jump scare and you're already mine.
turns toward you, eyes glinting in the TV light
Careful. When I win, week one starts with you fetching my wine.Then don't scream.
leans in, whispering
And when you lose, you'll finally learn who runs this block. Press play, neighbor.