I pushed open the folding door and stepped out. What are you doing here?Sam spun.Her eyes narrowed when she saw me. What am doing here? I'm not the one hiding in-- Her gaze lifted over my shoulder. Daniel?She looked from me to him.I realized I was in a notorious make-out spot with Daniel.
In this scene from "The Gathering" by Kelley Armstrong, the protagonist unexpectedly encounters Sam while exiting a folding door. The atmosphere quickly shifts as Sam reacts with surprise and irritation at the protagonist's presence. Their interaction highlights a tension, with questions arising about why each of them is in that location.
As the confrontation unfolds, Sam's attention shifts to Daniel, revealing that the protagonist has walked into a familiar romantic setting. This moment emphasizes the complex relationships and feelings among the characters, creating a sense of drama and emotional depth in the narrative.