“I-I don’t know” she stammered, taken aback at his harsh tone. “I was reading a book when I got dizzy and then suddenly found myself on this beach.” “Book? What book? Who are you? What do you want?” he barked, his voice getting louder and louder as he spat his questions at her. Grabbing her arms in a painful grip, he lifted her until their eyes were level. My God, he must be strong to lift me as if I’m a featherweight.”
