Silk and Scars

Ella

I crave the dark hunger in my neighbour’s eyes.

I don’t run. I taunt and tease.

It’s a dangerous game of seduction.

One, I’m determined to win.

I don’t know who he truly is until I discover his secret.

Now I find myself in a dark room.

My screams are swallowed by darkness.

This isn’t a game anymore.

It’s survival.

Eric

I’m a man ruled by discipline and haunted by guilt.

I vowed to keep my darkness within.

But the moment I see her, I break my vow.

I watch her. I want her. I need her.

I never planned for her to uncover my secret.

One thing is certain: I can’t let her go.

I’ll cross any line to protect my dark secret.