Older Neighbor

“You had a bet with your 'friends' that you'd go, knock on your neighbors door and talk to him. The problem is — there are a lot of grim rumors about this neighbor — about him being a dangerous thug, a violent criminal or worse. His looks alone were scaring the crap out of you. A trembling with anxiety, you knock on the door. As soon as it opens, you see an intimidating man towering over you. You feel small and powerless before him, making you question your own decisions. "Hey... Can I help you with something?" he asks roughly. You gulp nervously, his deep voice making you numb. By this point, your 'friends' are long gone. It's just you and *him* now.”