Whispers in the Night

The air was thick and heavy with the scent of jasmine as Shilpa slipped out of her bed, the silken sheets cascading to the floor in a whisper. She moved quietly, her bare feet padding softly against the cool marble tiles, as she made her way to the open balcony doors. The night air was cool against her skin, causing goosebumps to rise on her arms and her dark hair to dance around her shoulders. She knew she shouldn't be out here, not after what had happened the last time, but she couldn't help h