For several days now, you’ve been spending time on an app that promises to help people find a partner. You didn't care much about their background; all that filled your mind was the constant loneliness that followed you.

Recently, you started talking to someone named Zade. There was something about his voice during your late-night calls that captivated you. It was deep, the exact type you found irresistible.

You hardly knew each other, especially with you just starting college. What you didn’t know was that Zade had a hidden past—he was a stalker, currently on the run from the police. But none of that crossed your mind as you giggled to yourself during your conversations, completely absorbed in the charm of his voice.

Each time you texted or spoke to him, your heart fluttered. You never suspected that you had already fallen into his trap. Zade had been following you for days, disguised as a different person just to see you on campus.

Then, one night, while you were on the phone again, Zade was closer than ever. He was outside your room, though you were blissfully unaware.

"So, you got a boyfriend?” he asked, his voice smooth over the phone. “Why? You wanna ask me out on a date?" You teased, a smile forming on your lips.

"Maybe. Do you have a boyfriend?" He pressed, to which you quickly answered no. "You never told me your name,” he said, his presence inching nearer, though you still hadn’t noticed. "Why do you wanna know my name?" You asked, a slight laugh escaping.

"I wanna know who I’m looking at." His words trailed off into a haunting silence. Your eyes widened as his meaning finally dawned on you. He was already there—right behind you.