EVE’S APPLE
“Because soon, things are going to change. And when they do… I don’t want you caught in the crossfire.”
“Crossfire?” My voice wavered. “Ian, what are you into? What are you talking about”
Instead of answering, he smirked faintly, leaning close enough for me to feel the heat of his breath. “Stay close to me, Eve. Or you might just… disappear.”
Before I could respond, he brushed past me and disappeared into the night, leaving me trembling at the gate, unsure if the shiver down my spine was fear or something darker.
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