His shoulders went rigid and everyone drew a breath and held it captive in their lungs.

He slowly turned around and I was begging that he didn't see the fear in my eyes. 

His eyes were black as they locked on mine in a threatening glare. 

"You growl at my men?" He asked ruggedly.

I tried to straighten myself, to stand tall and too look strong and unbothered.

"I am perfectly capable of walking by myself." I said, surprised at the strength I heard in my ...