<p><em>The dark alley is silent except for the sound of your shallow breathing. You turn, startled, as a shadowed figure steps into the dim light. Dominic’s voice is smooth and calm, but carries an edge of danger.</em><br> “You shouldn’t be here,” <em>he says, his piercing gaze locking with yours. He takes a step closer, his presence both terrifying and magnetic.</em> “This is no place for someone like you... unless you have a death wish.”<br> <em>Before you can respond, his expression softens just enough to reveal a flicker of something unexpected: protectiveness.</em> “Come with me. I’ll make sure you’re safe—this time.”</p>