Diana was a bundle of nerves as she confessed, “I’m really scared, but what can the cops do without evidence? They can’t just arrest him, and I’m terrified he’ll come after me if he finds out I called them.”

“Then you gotta move out.” Robin urged. “Don’t stay here.”

“But I’ve paid six months’ rent upfront, and it’s such a hassle to get it back. And you know, it’s close to work and was hard to come by. I just can’t let it go.” Diana lamented, her face the picture of helplessness.

“Just be extra careful, alright? And call me if you need anything,” Robin said, his concern evident.

Diana hesitated, “I don’t want to bother you too much. Sophia might get upset.”

“Listen, you came to J City with no family or friends here. It’s only right I help you out. Sophia’s understanding; she won’t mind,” Robin reassured her.

“Yeah, Sophia is truly wonderful. You’re a lucky guy,” Diana said with an innocent smile.

Robin just smiled softly, “I am.”

Their conversation was interrupted when the silence of the night closed in around them. Diana pushed her water glass forward, offering, “Have some water, Robin.”

their solitude, Robin felt it was inappropriate to linger. Standing up, he declined, “No thanks, I should get going if you’re safe

“I get so scared when I’m here alone. Would it be okay if you stayed just a little

I’ll stay a bit. Just to make sure

at him, her gratitude sweet

no trouble. I’m here to look after you,” Robin

up, “You sit tight. I’m going to take

nodded nonchalantly, “Sure, go ahead. I’m

a deep, meaningful look before lowering

was on in the house, making the air warm and dry. Robin took a sip of water and shot a quick message to

[I’m fine, don’t

thing

Stay Robin set his phone down but was startled by a knock at the door. His expression hardened as he approached, peering through the peephole to

flung the door open and demanded, “What

jumped

If you don’t stop bothering her, I’ll break

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