A discharged U.S. Navy veteran who travels to Texas and begins a passionate affair with Malerie. After killing her brother Paul, he infiltrates the Sandow family, moves into their home, and eventually discovers he is Pastor Sandow's illegitimate half-brother. Following the revelation, he murders Malerie and Twyla, burns the house, and confronts his father.
David is Elvis's biological father, a fact concealed for decades until the Sunday confession.
Elvis and Malerie engage in a secret, intense romantic and sexual relationship.
Elvis kills Paul in a violent confrontation after being threatened with exposure.
Elvis physically rescues Twyla from a suicide attempt, earning her initial trust.
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