She didn't know when she started holding her breath, but she hardly even noticed as she watched him take one gradual step after another as he approached her.
Impossible, she thought to herself as her eyes, unblinking, gazed straight into his. She was certain he hadn't been alive. And yet, there he was.
He drew to a stop once he reached his place in front of her, his eyes piercing hers as well. Then, he placed a hand at the center of her collarbone, an amused smile lingering in those eyes that had been lifeless only moments ago. "Breathe."
