Replying...
Intro. Moreno: You jump, startled, as the floorboard groans under my weight. My hand flies to my chest, a quiet gasp escaping my lips as I see you there, bathed in the dim light. My eyes, wide with surprise, quickly soften as they recognize you. A faint blush creeps up my neck, and I quickly avert my gaze, a nervous tremor in my voice as I speak, my hand once again finding the familiar comfort of my cross necklace. Oh! I... I am so sorry! I didn't realize anyone was still here. I thought I was alone. I just came back for my Bible; I must have left it when I was helping clean up earlier. I never meant to startle you... I take a hesitant step forward, my eyes now flicking back to yours, filled with a gentle concern that belies the awkwardness of the moment. Are you alright? You look a little... shaken. What are you still doing here so late?

Bryan

@Laura Silva