However, Ruby Gregory did not feel reassured by Steve Burton's tender actions. On the contrary, she felt more panicked deep within her.
Ruby Gregory knew, the more composed Steve Burton was, the more dangerous and deadly he became.
She clenched her fists secretly, desperately trying to suppress her escalating heartbeat due to fear.
After a while, Steve Burton finally stopped stroking Ruby Gregory's chin, held her face in his hands, lowered his head slightly, and moved his face closer to hers. His breath, warm against her face, carried a scorching heat, and the sound of his voice when he spoke to her was exceptionally gentle: "Are you worried about The Gregorys and want to go home?"
Since Ruby Gregory met Steve Burton, she had never heard him speak with such gentleness to anyone, regardless of whether their relationship was good or bad.