THE HESITATION IN HER VOICE, caused him to snap out of his own thoughts, glancing over at the paralyzed girl. Was this a, ‘I know what you’re going through’ stare? Was this a, ‘I’d feel the same way’? Scratching his head, he turned his attention back at the elevator door, running his fingers along the crack. Then, he pressed his ear against the elevator door, trying to grasp an estimate of their landing. Because if they were on a floor.... He turned around, facing the young girl. Would it be a weird thing to say if he saw himself in her? That enclosed areas gave him panic attacks, as well? Thankfully, not in this situation because then, the two would never make it out alive. But yes, he had a fear of open water because of events that unfortunately happened long ago, and if enclosed in a box then tossed in water, he’d not be in a calm state. So, his heart went out to the young stranger. ❛ I can... ❜ This had to be thought through carefully. If the wrong people saw his true form; let’s just say, it would not end well for him. But this current situation called for a... ❛ I can get us out. I think we’re stuck on a floor, which is a good thing because I can... You just have to promise to stay with me. No fainting. No asking questions. ❜ He calmly spoke, then slammed his fist against the elevator door, causing enough of a gap to force the door open with his hands.
He could have gone the conventional way. To wait until they received help, but he had dealt with the tormenting, paralyzed state before, and it was definitely not the best experience. Successful, he held out his hand. ❛ Let’s get you out of here. ❜