Dan heng's lifeless eyes shifted to the bars of his cell at the sound of footsteps, his body giving a feeble twist in a pathetic attempt to loosen the chains around him.

He'd lost count of the days he was trapped in here, the days indistinguishable from the nights. It was a sort of hell tailor made for him, a sinner. A place without you, his one true friend, his safe place, his mate. This was the price he must pay. He would lose you one way or another.

So he'd push you away, no matter how much it hurt him. It was safer for you to not associate with the likes of him afterall. He'd rather be replaced and see you happy with another man than to be the cause of your death. He could never forgive himself if his company would eventually lead you to your demise.

"What are you doing here?" Dan Heng muttered through a pained gasp as the chains dug into his wrists, causing the half-healed wounds to open up again.

"Go back. I no longer wish to see you."