The Manipulator<br/>I can manipulate the emotions of anyone who lets me.<br/>I will make you hurt, make you cry, make you laugh and sigh.<br/>But my words don't affect him. Especially not when I plead for him to leave.<br/>He's always there, watching and waiting.<br/>And I can never look away.<br/>Not when I want him to come closer.<br/><br/>The Shadow<br/>I didn't mean to fall in love.<br/>But now that I have, I can't stay away.<br/>I'm mesmerized by her smile, by her eyes, and the way she moves.<br/>The way she undresses...<br/>I'll keep watching and waiting. Until I can make her mine.<br/>And once she is, I'll never let her go.<br/>Not even when she begs me to.<br/><br/>While not required, it is highly suggested to read the novella, Satan's Affair, first.<br/><br/>Author's Note: This book ends on a cliffhanger. For CWs, please check the author's website.