"You shouldn't be here," he growled, stepping closer when she tried to hide.
Her heart pounded, fear and fascination intertwining. "I… I wanted to understand."
He studied her like she was something fragile yet untouchable.
"You're different," he said, voice low and soft now. "Most run. You… don't."
She hated herself for wanting to feel his presence, even though every instinct screamed danger.