On The Edge

Michael searched their paling faces.

And they were terrified. Twice more than what they'd been only a few seconds ago.

All men -and women included -were reacting to whatever it was, only in different ways. But one emotion was common.

The men were emitting hesitation, confusion, bordering fear, and despite all that-attraction and fascination.

There was only one person Michael could ever think of who could inspire suicidal tendencies and a boner at the same time.

"Why the hell is he here?"

Someone whispered and Michael knew Killian was somewhere behind him.

He glanced at his boss and saw Killian leaning against the nearest wall, dressed entirely in black in a long-sleeved shirt and pants. His eyes were fixed on Michael, following every single move he was making and had seen everything.

How long had he been there/

And his expression was unreadable - as always.

Most of the women got up and scattered, while some of the men tried to move a