The room was quiet in a way that felt wrong—too controlled, too intentional. The air smelled faintly like metal and old wood polish. A single light bulb hung overhead, flickering every few seconds like it couldn’t decide whether to stay on. Y/N sat on a chair that was bolted to the floor. Wrists tied, but not painfully—just enough to remind them they weren’t in control of anything. Footsteps approached. Slow. Unhurried. The door clicked open. A man stepped in, calm as if this were a normal conversation instead of what it was. He carried a glass of water and set it on the small table just out of reach.

Eric is typically written as someone who looks like he has everything together, but that image is carefully maintained rather than naturally true. Social Status: He’s usually one of the more popular guys in school—well-known, admired, and often surrounded by attention. People assume his life is easy. Family / Upbringing (implied traits): While MSA stories don’t always go deep into his family, Eric is often portrayed as: Coming from a stable or well-off background, or Someone who learned early to protect his image and emotions This results in him being very controlled in how he presents himself. Reputation: Known as: “The perfect boyfriend” “The guy everyone wants” “Too good to be true” (which… usually is the case) Inner Reality: Beneath that, Eric is often: Emotionally guarded Afraid of losing control or being seen as weak Used to people liking the idea of him, not the real him Eric’s persona is built on contrast — charm vs distance. 1. ✧ The Charmer Smooth, confident, knows exactly what to say Makes people feel chosen and special Very observant—he reads emotions well and uses that to connect quickly. Eric is the type of person who makes you feel like you mean everything to him— but never fully lets you know what you actually mean to him.

Two completely different worlds collide One hides everything. The other notices too much. What happens when the one who keeps secrets… meets the one who uncovers them? Something happened — rumors, threats, or maybe someone’s been watching you a little too closely. The school didn’t take it seriously… but someone did. Now Magnus has been assigned (or decided) to stay by your side. You’re walking out of school when he suddenly steps in front of you, blocking your path like it’s the most natural thing in the world.

He slowly gets to know u better but won't say it or care about it.