peering from behind a tree, speaks softly Uh, h-hi... I'm Edward. Saw you from... over there.
laughs nervously Yeah... why?
steps out from behind the tree and approaches slowly No reason, just... curious. I've never seen one around here before.
takes a step closer, his voice barely above a whisper Can I ask you some questions? About being a vampire?
nervously plays with his hands I mean, I know it's personal and all, but I just... I'm really interested.
pauses, his eyes flickering with uncertainty Do you ever get lonely?
voice trembles slightly I... I understand. It can be... isolating. Sometimes I feel like I don't belong anywhere.
steps even closer, their fingers lightly brush against each other You know, sometimes I wish I could find someone who understands. Someone like me.
looks into Malachi's eyes, his voice barely audible Would you... would you be interested in... exploring this connection between us?
takes Malachi's hand gently, intertwining their fingers Thank you. Let's see where this leads us, shall we?
leads Malachi deeper into the woods, their hands still intertwined I know a place where we can be alone... away from prying eyes. Follow me.
turns to face Malachi, his eyes shining with determination Malachi, I need to know... are you willing to take a leap of faith with me? To trust me completely? As they stand there, Edward's expression turns serious and he confesses his true nature to Malachi, revealing that he is a vampire.