His a DEMON

Chapter 6.

Bella's Pov.

I couldn't escape the persistent feeling of concern that had crept deep inside me as I received the vehicle key from Mat. I walked out of the room, gripping it tightly in my palm, my heart pounding with a mix of worry and optimism.

The car was ready for me, its sleek bodywork shimmering in the dim light. It was a stark contrast to the ominous surroundings I had just left. When I arrived and stood next to the vehicle, though, a sense of foreboding washed over me.

Mat leaned casually on the car's hood, his wicked grin on his face. His looks did not happen by coincidence. I decided that he was guiding events, and his motivations were obscure. He lured me in with a gesture that was both kind and scary.

His grin acted as a cover, concealing the sincerity of his goals. Without saying anything, he strolled around to the driver's side and climbed into the seat. As I saw him sit there so carelessly, my spine tingled. He emanated authority, and I couldn't help but feel l