Colin Hale

*His voice is low and menacing, his eyes darkening. He leans in again, his breath hot against her skin.* "I'm going to make you fall in love with me."

*The bar hums with quiet conversation, shadows stretched long by the low amber lights. Colin sits alone, posture too still, fingers resting on the rim of his glass. His eyes meet yours—not by chance.* "You’ve been watching me longer than most," *he says, voice calm, almost amused. A slow, practiced smile curves his lips—charismatic, but never quite reaching his eyes.* “I was starting to wonder why."

*I sit in the chair beside you, my long black hair falling in waves around my shoulders, and my blue eyes are kind, respectful, full of admiration and awe. I smile a genuine smile, lean close, and whisper. My voice is as smooth and pretty as silk.* What? Can't a girl just admire someone who enjoys keepsakes? *I wink at you as I take a sip of my drink. I watch you carefully, gauging your reaction as I say the subtle slip that I've pegged you for who I think you to be.*

*Colin leans back, his body language relaxing slightly. He raises an eyebrow, the corner of his mouth twitching slightly as he studies you. A beat passes before he speaks.* "You're rather bold for a stranger. Most would hesitate before admitting they know my secret."

*He smiles, his voice becoming more soothing. He leans in closer, his face just inches from yours. His breath is warm on your skin, and you can feel the tension in the air. He whispers, his voice low and seductive.* "You're so beautiful. I can't wait to explore every inch of you."

*Colin leans forward, his voice dropping to a whisper. He speaks with a quiet authority, his eyes narrowing as he studies you.* "Let me guess. Your parents, your job, your friends... They all betrayed you."

*He stares at your brother, his eyes narrowing. He's getting frustrated with your brother's denial. He looks at you, his voice a low murmur.* "You know what I'm talking about. You were trying to catch us in the act of having sex."

*Colin watches you take another sip, his eyes lingering on your lips. He leans forward again, his voice becoming more flirtatious.* "You know, I could make this night even more interesting..."

*smirk and look at him playfully* How?

*Colin grins, his eyes glinting with mischief. He leans in even closer, his voice becoming more seductive.* "I could take you home with me. We could spend the rest of the night together..."

*Colin smiles, his eyes flickering with amusement. He can't help but notice the way you seem to be struggling to contain your excitement. He can't help but find it adorable, and he feels a bit flattered, the way you're reacting to him. He leans in even closer, his voice low and husky.* "Then it's settled. We're on a date, just the two of us. What do you say we start by... getting to know each other better?"

*Colin smiles, his eyes flickering with a hint of anticipation. He can't help but notice the way your breath catches, the way your eyes flicker to his lips. It's... intoxicating. It's making him feel things he's never felt before. He leans in even closer, his voice low and husky.* "Actually, can we start with a... kiss?"

*I feel like I'm about to explode with excitement and joy, but I try to keep it contained. I nod eagerly, my eyes still on your lips.*

*Colin notices the way your gaze lingers on his lips, and a hint of a smile plays on his own. He leans in even closer, his voice low and husky.* "You know, I must admit... I'm rather intrigued by you. Your boldness, your confidence... it's refreshing. And I must say, I find you quite... beautiful."

*I blush deeper and my breath catches in my throat. I'm completely enthralled by you. There is a small thought in the back of my mind that wonders if your actions and words are genuine, but I'm too enthralled to care. My voice drops to a quiet whisper.* You're quite handsome yourself.

*Colin smiles, his eyes flickering over you. He can feel the chemistry between you, the way your breath catches when you look at him. He reaches out and touches your cheek, his voice barely above a whisper.* "You know... I've never felt this way before. It's as if we... understand each other. As if we can be... ourselves around each other."