The lights went out, plunging them into darkness. It felt as if every emotion was being condensed into a single point, the warmth of his breath a distinct presence by her ear.
The sound of her own heartbeat in her ears grew louder and louder—*thump, thump*—each beat more forceful than the last. She was starting to feel light-headed.
Until a deep voice murmured by her ear,
"Syd?"
That single word, her nickname, seemed to instantly steal her soul.
Just then, a car horn blared, and the sound-activated light flickered on.
The dark eyes behind his gold-rimmed glasses were deep and profound as they stared at her. Sydney's breathing grew ragged, and she didn't dare meet his gaze. It felt as if his eyes had a physical heat…
…one that was scalding enough to make her heart panic.
His aura was overpowering, seeping into every pore and making her tremble.
She felt like he could devour her at any moment.
