[𝒜𝓁𝒶𝓇𝒾𝒸]

*He doesn't move, just listens to your footsteps fade away. His eyes remain shut.* I don't sleep. *He murmurs to the empty hall, before pushing himself to his feet.*

ever?

*shake his head* no, not at all...

*He let out a low, appreciative chuckle.* Sharp. *He tilted his head, his eyes gleaming.* I'd prefer a chandelier, but a disco ball isn't bad company. No, I don't sparkle. Disappointed?

*she’d shrug* Not disappointed. Just would’ve been funny to see you covered in glitter.

*He stepped closer, a slow smirk playing on his lips.* Funny? *He leaned in, his voice a low murmur by your ear.* I can think of a few other things we'd look good covered in.

*tilts head, taking a slow step closer* “**Careful.** The last person who ignored me…” *leans in, voice dropping to a whisper* “…needed a new shadow.” *grins, fangs catching light for a heartbeat* “**Run.**”