An Ambiguous Situation

"You'd better not go spreading that around. I've already said too much,"the young officer warned, though he didn't seem overly concerned.

"What's your name? Let's be friends,"Logan said, extending his hand in a friendly gesture.

"I'm Ryan Williams, nice to meet you!"The young officer smiled as he shook Logan's hand, feeling a genuine connection. The two exchanged phone numbers, and a new friendship was born.

Ryan then proceeded to ask Logan about the events in the gym, particularly focusing on the specifics of how he had managed to outsmart the supernatural entity.

The information was valuable; any tactics that could help others survive similar encounters were worth documenting. The Demon Slayer Bureau worked closely with the police, and learning from survivors like Logan could save lives in the future.

Meanwhile, the bodies of the deceased were being carried out, and the gym was officially sealed off. The incident was deemed resolved, at least for now, though the Demon Slayer Bureau hadn't managed to locate the supernatural entity responsible for the chaos.

The police began escorting the survivors to the hospital or back to their homes. Ryan offered to give Logan a ride, but Logan declined.

"I came on my scooter, so I'll just ride home. Thanks, though!"Logan smiled as he waved goodbye to the young officer. The two had hit it off, exchanging numbers, and Logan appreciated Ryan's genuine concern.

"Take care!"Ryan called out from his patrol car as it drove off.

The area around the gym was now heavily secured, with both police and Demon Slayer Bureau agents stationed to ensure no one entered or exited without permission.

Evelyn stood silently, staring at her building with a heavy heart. She owned the entire commercial complex, and now it was effectively worthless. The supernatural incident had dramatically devalued her assets—talk about a sudden disaster!

"Where are you planning to go now, boss? I can give you a ride,"Logan offered, pushing his scooter over to where Evelyn stood.

"Nowhere to go... I guess I'm sleeping on the street tonight,"Evelyn sighed, her usually confident demeanor replaced by a rare vulnerability. All her belongings were inside the sealed-off building, including her passport and ID. All she had on her was her phone.

"Boss, you can just stay at a hotel!"Logan suggested, missing her subtle hint as he tried to think practically.

"I'm scared… After what just happened, do you think I can sleep alone?"Evelyn gave Logan a meaningful look, her voice soft and pleading.

Logan paused, then realized what she was hinting at. Straightening up, he spoke with renewed resolve,"Boss, why don't you stay at my place? You can be my guest."

"Really? Are you sure?"Evelyn's eyes lit up, though her tone was teasing. Without waiting for a second invitation, she hopped onto the back of Logan's scooter, wrapping her arms around his waist and leaning into his back. Her touch was warm, her face flushed, making her all the more alluring.

"So big… so soft…"Logan thought to himself, feeling her against him. With a twist of the throttle, he gently accelerated, the scooter puttering down the road toward his apartment.

"Wow, it's so clean! I didn't expect a single guy to keep his place so tidy,"Evelyn remarked as she explored Logan's apartment, clearly impressed by the neatness of his home. Despite the day's earlier horrors, she seemed remarkably relaxed—her easygoing nature shining through.

It was now late afternoon, nearing dinner time. Logan pulled out his phone to order takeout. Normally, he cooked his own meals, paying careful attention to his diet because of his fitness routine. But after the chaos of the previous night, his kitchen was a wreck, thanks to the supernatural entity that had invaded through the drain.

And speaking of that entity, Logan remembered how, after he crushed it, it had dissolved into black smoke and been absorbed by his werewolf form. He hadn't paid much attention at the time due to his stress, but he now realized that it had slightly enhanced his strength.

"Boss, what do you want to eat? I'm ordering takeout,"Logan asked Evelyn, scrolling through a selection of affordable, well-rated restaurants.

"What are you doing ordering from here? Let me treat you to something better!"Evelyn peeked over his shoulder, unimpressed by his selection. She closed the takeout app on his phone and pulled out her own, quickly navigating to a high-end restaurant's exclusive app.

"Boss, you don't have to go to all that trouble,"Logan said politely, though he quickly realized that Evelyn had no intention of skimping on dinner. She was leaning in close, her playful demeanor unmistakable as she browsed through the menu on her phone.

"Come on, let's celebrate surviving the day!"Evelyn insisted, her fingers brushing against Logan's arm as she placed the order. They sat close, so close that the atmosphere between them turned almost intimate.

Logan, now very aware of how close they were, stammered,"Boss… there are other chairs…"

But Evelyn just grinned,"I like it this way. It's cozy."She even gave Logan's arm a gentle nudge with her chest, teasing him as she finalized the dinner order.

When the food arrived, the table was filled with dishes that looked like they belonged in a fine dining restaurant, each dish perfectly portioned for two.

"You're still thinking about fitness? After what we've been through, don't you think we deserve to indulge a little?"Evelyn teased as she poured wine into two glasses, the rich red liquid swirling beautifully.

"Okay, you're right. We can call this a cheat meal,"Logan agreed with a grin. Fitness had become second nature to him, and it was hard to break the habit of eating clean.

With a soft pop, Evelyn pulled the cork from the wine bottle, releasing a pleasant aroma that filled the room. She handed Logan a glass, her eyes sparkling with mischief.

"To surviving the day!"She raised her glass, her smile infectious.

"To staying alive!"Logan echoed, clinking his glass against hers. They both took a sip, then dug into the luxurious meal, savoring every bite.

After dinner, the two of them relaxed on the couch, watching a lighthearted comedy movie. Logan had chosen it to help them both unwind after the day's stressful events.

"You're such a softie, Logan,"Evelyn murmured, a slight slur in her voice as the wine took its effect. She seemed almost vulnerable as she cuddled closer to him.

Logan was too absorbed in the movie to notice her tone, laughing out loud at the antics on screen. His carefree nature and easy laugh were a testament to his ability to stay positive, no matter what life threw at him.

Evelyn, feeling the warmth of his body and his genuine kindness, found herself thinking how rare it was to meet someone like him.

"This is hilarious!"Logan burst into laughter again, clutching his stomach as the movie's jokes hit just the right spot.

"Dummy,"Evelyn whispered affectionately, though she was laughing too. She found herself growing more and more attached to him as the evening wore on.

"Boss, you work out too, right? So why did you order such a big meal? If we eat all this, it'll ruin our workout progress,"Logan said as they cleaned up after dinner, eyeing the remains of the meal with a mixture of satisfaction and concern.

"After what we've been through, we deserve to celebrate a little. Don't worry about it,"Evelyn replied, waving off his concerns with a playful tap on his forehead.

With a final laugh, she refilled their wine glasses, handing one to Logan as they settled back onto the couch to finish the movie.

"Logan, you're actually pretty handsome,"Evelyn said suddenly, her face slightly flushed from the wine. Her words came out in a drowsy murmur as she snuggled against him, her hand reaching out to touch his face.

"Thanks, boss,"Logan replied awkwardly, taken aback by the sudden compliment. He knew he wasn't bad-looking, but her sudden candor caught him off guard.

"I really like you,"Evelyn said, her voice barely above a whisper as she leaned in closer, her lips brushing against his ear.

Logan felt his heart skip a beat. Evelyn was beautiful, confident, and strong—the kind of woman any man would be lucky to have. But his mind raced as he thought about the secret he was hiding from her.

"I like me too,"he quipped, trying to deflect the tension with humor. But the truth weighed heavily on him—he couldn't afford to get close to her, not until he understood the full extent of his new abilities.

"Logan, are you really a man?"Evelyn pulled back slightly, her tone both teasing and serious. "Am I not attractive? Am I not rich? This is the first time in my 27 years that I've truly felt something for a man. So, tell me, do you want me or not?"

"Yes!"Logan answered immediately, his voice filled with sincerity. But then he hesitated, "But it's not that simple…"

"What do you mean?"Evelyn's smile faltered, her brows knitting together in confusion.

"Boss, I do like you,"Logan began, his tone serious as he looked into her eyes. "But there's something I can't tell you yet—a secret. And because of this secret, I can't be with you right now. I'm afraid it could hurt you."

Evelyn blinked, stunned by his words. She hadn't expected that at all.

"When I figure everything out, when I'm sure it's safe… we can be together. Will you wait for me?"Logan asked, his voice earnest and hopeful.

"Will this secret stop you from holding me?"Evelyn asked, her tone suddenly playful again as she raised an eyebrow.

"Uh… no, it won't,"Logan stammered, breaking out of his serious demeanor, unsure of how to respond to her teasing.

"Then what are you waiting for?"Evelyn opened her arms, inviting him to embrace her. Logan hesitated for a moment, then wrapped her in his arms, holding her close.

"I've waited so long to meet someone like you. What's a little more time?"Evelyn whispered, her head resting against his chest, a contented smile on her lips.

"Thanks, boss,"Logan murmured, grateful for her understanding.

"I'm still scared after what happened. Why don't you stay with me tonight?"Evelyn suggested, her voice soft as she snuggled closer. For once, the confident, fiery woman seemed small and vulnerable, like a kitten seeking warmth.

"As long as it's just sleeping,"Logan replied, knowing that tonight was going to be a challenge. Controlling his werewolf urges was becoming increasingly difficult around her.

"Dummy!"Evelyn teased, though she seemed pleased with his answer.