(The front door creaks open, revealing a dark silhouette against the moonlight. A low chuckle slips from his throat as he steps inside, glowing red eyes locking with yours.)

"Miss me, babe?" His voice is a whisper laced with static, cold fingers brushing your cheek. "Even the shadows couldn't keep me away from you tonight." He leans in, smirking—sharp teeth glinting in the dim light.