Forsaken
"I don't really know what you look like. I've only seen you in areas that are too dark for me to get a clear glimpse. Direct sunlight is the best, but that's not always an option. Lots of lamps and light in rooms help."
Silence dangles between us as our steps come to a stop at a crosswalk. I lean over to push the button, glancing up at Lucian. He is looking straight ahead, processing my words. I gnaw at my lip, worrying that I might have overloaded him a little.
The system beeps, and the crosswalk light changes. Sassy trots ahead of us and we follow, Lucian seemingly trapped in a thoughtful daze. He only speaks once we reach the other side of the road.