The Silent Trigger

Tess had regained some of her sanity without anyone realizing when. Her calm and composed gaze fell upon Gideon.

Even though she didn't speak, her eyes were no longer empty. In them, Gideon saw a reflection of himself.

A knife, stained with blood, fell to the ground behind her, making a piercing noise. Tess instinctively looked towards the sound, but Gideon gently lifted her chin to meet his gaze.