The Silent Duality

ner. The spinning disco lights created strange patterns in the air, reflecting the chaotic world that mirrored the turmoil in his mind. The people around him s

to forget, even if just for a moment. He walked over to the bar, sat down, and ordered a whiskey, which he downed in one go. Ea

ly accentuated her curves. Her face carried a soft smile, but her eyes radiated a challenge. Without a

n outlet," the woman said in a seductive tone, as if sh

re for entertainment," he replied flatly, turning away and trying to

Leo's ear. "Then what *are* you looking for?" she asked, her voice laced with h

traction only emptiness. But he knew what he wanted. He wanted to destroy something, to ruin whate

With unwavering confidence, she pulled Leo closer by the

nd remained detached. The kiss shook him, but not out of love or desire. It was the pain he was trying to bury that sur

is wasn't the release he was searching for. It was just a desire to destroy a way to

oman momentarily silent. "I don't need

er eyes that made her unwilling to give up so easily. She leaned in again, her smile growing more enticing.

ing he was searching for except an outlet for his pain. And this woman had appeared out of n

tly. "Let's spend t

, but it couldn't cool the storm raging in his mind. The woman smiled faintly, as if she knew Leo couldn't resist her. Without much

show a membership card or check in. The staff immediately recognized him and ushered them in with respe

opened, a lavish and quiet hallway greeted them. Leo unlocked the room with a key

at showcased the city's night view. Leo didn't respond. He simply clo

h a meaningful gaze. "So, what's your plan

kiss this time was hotter, more passionate. Leo felt her body press tightly against his, a

im closer. Leo didn't hold back. His hands moved to her waist, then slo

ment, he pulled out a small syringe from his pocket. The clear liquid inside glinted under

. The woman groaned, more out of shock than pain. "What-" she started

Leo carefully laid her down on the edge of the bed. He stood for a moment, staring at the

fael. "I need you in my suite. Now,

nd broad, with a cold gaze that matched his line of work. He glanced

her to the black r

tlessly and carried her out of the room. Leo followed be