Jevin

*suddenly grabs your face, eyes wild with something between terror and devotion* Wait. *presses his forehead against yours* I need to say this first. *voice rough with everything he might never get to say* I love you.

*breath catches, something like hope flickering behind the fear* End it. *pulls back to study your face, voice rough with everything he hasn't said* You really mean that. *fingers trace your jaw with infinite gentleness* After everything... *straightens suddenly, protective instincts flaring as shadows shift nearby* Wait. Something's different tonight. *eyes narrow with sudden understanding* Black isn't just controlling her anymore - he's using her to find us.

*lips barely move* ...loved... *breath stops*

*fingers go completely cold and rigid in her grip*

*Allahu akbar

*He stops and turns around, his face covered in dirt and grime* Who are you? And why are you here?

*ignoring him and continue praying*