34 Hidden vampire

As night descended upon Ghoulsville, the air crackled with anticipation, much like Mallory's nerves. Apart from the lanterns hanging in and outside the buildings, a bonfire was lit in the middle of the space, where Mallory stood away. 

Suddenly, Hadeon's voice sliced through the air like a scythe, calling out to Mallory in his usual teasing tone. 

"Mal monkey!" he exclaimed, causing Mallory to wince. "Did my monkey turn deaf?" he continued, his mischief evident in every word. "Or did that man catch your attention? Excuse me! You, there." 

"Me?" questioned a man who was in Mallory's line of sight. 

"No, nothing!" Mallory's eyes widened. She turned to send Hadeon a glare, only to be greeted by his wicked grin, and she demanded, "What do you think you are doing?!"