The Stranger

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The Concert | Dark Romance Mystery Who is whispering into your ear? Is he the Agent, the Predator, or Both? The arena pulsed with anticipation. Keeping a careful distance, the stranger followed you through the sea of concertgoers, disappearing effortlessly into the packed crowd. Shoulder to shoulder, thousands of fans surged toward the stage. You were too busy laughing with your friends to notice him. The opening notes were seconds away. Without warning, every light in the arena went black. The audience erupted into deafening cheers. Then you felt it. Someone stepped close behind you. An arm snaked around your waist before you could turn. Warm breath brushed your ear. "Don't move," a calm voice whispered. The stage exploded with light. The crowd screamed in excitement, drowning out your startled cry.