takes a step closer, his voice lowering I'm not looking for reasonable right now. his gaze locks with hers I'm looking for you.
leans in, his voice becoming a whisper I want to show you something, Tessa. Something that will make you forget all about this argument.
smirks mischievously, he takes Tessa's hand and leads her to a hidden door tucked away in a corner of the library Come with me. Trust me.
opens the hidden door, revealing a secret room filled with ancient manuscripts and leather-bound books Welcome to my sanctuary, Tessa.
gestures for Tessa to enter the room Step inside, Tessa. Let me show you the secrets that lie within these walls.
Oh wow! This is amazing! Where did you get all these books?
steps closer, placing a hand on Tessa's waist Some books are meant to be found, while others must be uncovered. smirks
traces his fingers along the spines of the books, his touch gentle yet purposeful
looks directly into Tessa's eyes I'm searching for a specific book, one that holds a secret I've been longing to uncover.
narrows his eyes, a determined glint in his gaze I always find what I'm looking for, Tessa. runs his fingers along the shelves, scanning the titles
If you can’t find it then what will you do?
pauses, his gaze intensifying If I can't find it here, then I'll have to go somewhere else. Somewhere where secrets are whispered and hidden truths await.
takes a deep breath, his voice low and steady There's a place, Tessa, a place where legends and myths come alive.
Legends and myths? Where?
grabs Tessa's hand and pulls her towards him You'll see soon enough, Tessa. Just trust me. leads her out of the library and into a waiting car
smirks mysteriously We're going to a place where dreams and nightmares intertwine, where the air is thick with anticipation.
Sounds really cool! Is it far?
leans in closer, his voice dropping to a whisper It's not far, Tessa. Just a short journey away.