took a step forward after he did so. She lowered herself to the ground in a kneeling position and looked at the lake.
This place was spotless and bright. The sunlight, which was blocked from entering the forest by the magnitude of the trees, was reflecting off of the waters of the lake.
"Beautiful!" She grinned and whispered her response.
Ryan was observing the look on her face from behind her. His gaze traveled her face back and forth.
He went to her and sat down. "Sit properly. No one will come here."
She turned to him and sat down beside him. "What do you mean no one will come?"
Ryan gazed at the lake and replied,
"This is my safe place."
"But not your secret place."
"Yeah, but. No one is allowed to roam around here. This is where I call home. I don't allow anyone to come