"What are you?" The boy glared at them, a scent of raw meat and lavender surrounding him. He refused to speak, kicking the chain secured around his leg irritably. "Is she trying to protect you from the outside?" Richie tried again, hoping for a response. Surprisingly, the boy perked up. He still looked angry, but he didn't stay quiet. "More like she's trying to protect the outside from me."

Sequel to Breathe ⭐️ Reddie :) Nyctophilia. Noun; finding relaxation or comfort in the darkness.

"You seem pretty soft for being a member of an illegal organization." "Looks can be deceiving." "Maybe, but you're an open book."