My breath immediately became erratic. Before I could find a place to hide, I heard a dull thud.
The wall I was leaning against suddenly collapsed, and I fell into the darkness.
My pupils instantly contracted, and my breath quickened.
In the next moment, I was tightly enveloped in a hot embrace.
I instinctively tried to break free, but a large hand covered my lips, and then hot breath sprayed against my ear, accompanied by a hushed voice, "Be quiet."
The voice was extremely familiar, and it immediately made me fall silent.
I felt a faint, cold fragrance and gripped his arm, tracing the familiar muscle lines. I whispered, "Cyril?"
He let out a soft laugh. My back was pressed against his chest, and the vibration made my ears burn slightly.
There was no light here, and I couldn't see h
