Lucia hesitated, her hands trembling as she clasped them together. Something about his attitude now left her speechless. She hadn't known he had this side to him since he rarely showed any violent tendencies, even when things didn't go his way.
Moments like these reminded her just how little she really knew about him. He was like a Pandora's box; the moment she peeked inside, she uncovered a depth of power and darkness that both fascinated and terrified her.
Asher, sensing her distress, realized he had been unconsciously releasing a lot of pressure. He quickly toned it down, letting her breathe more easily.
This was one of the downsides of having a perfect magical body like his. While his energy was usually stable, it often fluctuated with his strong emotions.
Since it was far more concentrated than normal, even a brief lapse in control could cause moments like this.
"Sorry... I didn't mean to scare you."