A Crimson promise • Murderapple & radioapple

In 1904 New Orleans, a deep childhood bond forms on a secret wooden bench. Young Alastor escapes a harsh, unhappy home life by dreaming of the radio airwaves and sharing secrets with Charles Morningstar-a lonely rich boy who rejects his wealthy lifestyle.

But everything changes in 1913.

Following the tragic loss of his mother, 19-year-old Alastor breaks under the pressure, strikes back against his father, and disappears into the dark after experiencing a terrifying new sense of control.

Eleven years later, in 1924, Alastor returns as a famous, charming 30-year-old radio star hiding a dangerous double life.

When an elite party reunites him with Charles for the first time in a decade, their innocent childhood connection quickly spirals into a dark, controlling marriage built on old secrets.