Dylan
I knew she'd fall for my little trick. I knew she'd try to run the moment she saw the slightest gap in my watch. That's who she is, stubborn, defiant, foolishly brave. I expected her to make a move, but what I didn't expect was that one second out of my sight, she'd get herself into trouble this bad.
I'll give her that, she's smart, maybe even strong-but she better be strong enough to survive this.
Now, as she lies limp in my arms, barely breathing, I can feel her pulse faint beneath my fingertips. My breath comes shallow, uneven. I hate this, hate how this bond twists me, makes me care when I shouldn't. This bond that ties me to her-this monster.
Blood streaked down her pale face, mixing with dirt. I wiped it gently, even though my hands were trembling. My jaw clenched tight as
