A loud crack filled the room as his hand slapped across adira's face. The sting burned, leaving her stunned. His face twisted with anger as he leaned closer, his voice cruel. "Does it hurt?" he mocked, watching her, enjoying her pain. Later...... As air grew cold as a dark figure stepped into the room. Without a word, he moved quickly, grabbing the man by the throat and slamming him against the wall. The man choked, his feet kicking in the air, but the figure held him there, unwavering. "Does it hurt?" he asked, his voice calm, almost too calm.