street. He was tall, with piercing yellow eyes that seemed to glow in the darkness. Ember felt a shiver run do

ep within her. She felt exposed, vulnerable, and yet, at the same time, she was drawn to him.

ovements were fluid, almost animal-like, and Ember felt a thrill of fear m

She quickened her pace, her heart pounding in her chest. But just as she reached her fron

ting of Ember's heart. Then, in a low, husky voice, the stranger spoke: "M