red [complete]

nine || target

he watches,

she watches,

he watches her,

gaze anxious.

gaze focused.

gaze keen,

with interest piqued.

he slips between shadows.

she blends into crowds.

he follows her carefully,

with the scope on his rifle.

he's scared.

she's poised.

he's forming

an idea in his mind.

his fear lightens.

her footsteps lighten.

his smile clicks into place.

he steps out.

she takes the shot.

he doesn't.