ALLISON
Matthew's grip on my hands tightened as I tried my possible best to remain calm. Which was close to impossible because my heart was beating three times faster than usual, my nerves were all over the place and I couldn't for the love of it, keep still.
Matthew started moving slowly and I followed quietly, making sure I wouldn't hit my legs against something. That was also difficult because it was so dark and I was scared.
Someone was breaking into my house and I couldn't help it. Slowly, steadily, patiently Matthew led my frightened self to the door of my room, I could tell because my hands rested on the door for support.
The noise came again and a fearful whimper escaped my throat before Matthew could use his hands to cover my mouth and we went completely still and waited, our
