You’re Alive (1)

She twisted the door with a calm feeling, watching the window from the corner of her eyes. The sun shone through the crevice of the curtains in one of the small windows just near the door.

She pushed the door from inside and stepped out of the house. Her black eyelashes, which stretched downwards, glowed softly under the light. Her lips parted slightly and a weak breath flowed out.

Albert smiled unconsciously. He looked completely defenseless even when his body felt the threat that surrounded them.

When he looked at her again, he saw that she had trouble fighting her intrusive thoughts. There was a slight crease between her brows and fidgeting that looked uncomfortable. Her fingers were curled and uncurled a few times.

“Albert…” Shadow said.

“Yes, m’lord.” He lowered his massive body, bending slightly.

His tall figure had already completely hidden Shadow from the eyes of the enemies. The average height of the people in the underworld was higher than 5’10 feet.

Well… Shadow was only