Chapter 14

Just as I stifled my disappointment, a familiar voice disrupted my reverie. The gravelly tone, unmistakable and unwelcome, heralded the presence of the Demon, a figure I had hoped to avoid. Ignoring his inquiry, I feigned obliviousness, the sudden surge of discomfort betraying my inner turmoil. Despite my efforts to maintain composure, his proximity and whispered words over my shoulder sent a chill down my spine.

"We searched for you last night, you know?" his gravelly voice murmured, trailing alongside me with an unsettling proximity.

I have seen and heard them from the security guard's car. The memory of their menacing snarls sends a shiver down my spine, revealing their intentions had they found me the night before, instead of the other man.

"Too bad we didn't find you," Andrew said, his voice growing hoarse, his gaze darkening as he spoke. "We had such exciting plans for you."

Dread clenches my heart, yet I continue moving forward, willing my suddenly wea