Richard stands at the doorstep, pointing his gun at Elijah's head, his presence strong as ever. I look up at Elijah in fear, the adrenaline spiking up more and more along with my heart constricting painfully in my chest. I can hear every sound with my suddenly heightened senses and I try my best not to pass out. Elijah tightening his hold and Richard's rapid breathing, it's all making me dizzy. I can't predict any of their movements and watching out for every single flex of their muscles is tiring. I feel Elijah's leg move, indicating that he'll make a move. With Richard watching like a hawk, this is going to be hard.
"You really are a monster. Just like my son said. "
" Glad that he could tell you that. "
Elijah smirks knowingly, but it somehow seems different. Different from his usual
