Chapter 24

“Can I get more of these?” Kohler asked, going about her shopping, trying to ignore the man staring at her.

She couldn't help but feel a sense of unease wash over her. The man, standing across the aisle, was fixated on her, his gaze piercing through her like a dagger. There was a long nasty scar so close to his right eye, and it only helped his unwavering stare make her skin crawl. The feeling she felt could be likened to an insect under a microscope.

Every move she made, every snack she picked up, was met with an unblinking gaze. It was as if he was studying her, analyzing her every action. Once more, Kohler tried to brush it off, thinking maybe he was just lost in thought, but the intensity of his stare made it impossible to ignore.

Why in the world was he staring at her!? Was he a pickpocket waiting for her, or someone with a nasty intention?

Kohler’s discomfort grew with each passing moment. Her heart raced, and her palms grew sweaty.

“Can you hurry with that please, and where c