Faye – POV Lavender stopped the car, and we stepped out, surveying our surroundings. "Do you sense anyone's presence?" I inquired. "I do feel someone's presence. I can't pinpoint it," Lavender replied, scanning the area with unease. Frantically, I searched for any signs of movement, but no shadows or figures were in sight. "Let's drive away from here," Lavender suggested. I nodded and quickly climbed back into the car. As Lavender started the engine, I saw a shadow standing ominously behind the vehicle in the rearview mirror. The figure wore the same cape and had piercing blue eyes fixed on me. I couldn't comprehend why Tristan was following me in the shadows. I realized Lavender couldn't see him, and as I looked again in the rearview mirror, Tristan vanished. "There have been numerous