"You have?" Alex asked, his voice tinged with curiosity, a spark of intrigue lighting up his red eyes as he stood in the doorway, one hand resting lightly on the frame.
The soft glow of the hallway's crystal sconces spilled into the room, casting a warm shimmer across the floor, inviting him to step inside.
The man nodded, his smile easy and welcoming, his dark hair catching the faint light. "Yes. Shut the door, please."
Alex paused for a moment, his fingers brushing the smooth wood of the frame, his heart giving a quick, excited flutter.
There was something about this guy, something calm, almost reassuring, that made Alex want to know more, even if he wasn't entirely sure what he was walking into.
He stepped inside, easing the heavy door shut behind him with a soft click that echoed in the quiet.