Downplayed Turned Outplayed

'Shit! Shit! Shit! This is madness!'

With a snap, Athan's crimson eyes gleamed while he sprung out of bed. Forehead had sweat profusely as he scrambled himself, grabbing his greatcoat.

'I knew it! What now? What to do? What should I do?' He began to pace himself back and forth while rubbing his chin.

His recent memories flashed before his mind; thinking up to now had him tensed in horror for a plethora of reasons he listed.

Only a path of revenge was in it for her, and she wouldn't hesitate to use everything she knew and would use them well against him.

If it continued and leaned to her favor, then only beyond death awaited him.

With a roar, he slammed his fist on the wall and left a large crack from frustration.

'I caused tremendous suffering back then…' Athan grounded his teeth, shutting his eyes. 'Is this what she meant? What comes around goes around?'

His erratic actions caused Nero to stretch from his curled position.