## Chapter 2: The Stalker

Alex stood outside Maya's apartment, his eyes fixed on the door as if willing himself to be let in. He had been watching her for weeks, studying her every move, learning her routine by heart. She was a creature of habit, and it made her so much easier to track. He had first seen her on the bus, her imposing figure and stoic expression drawing him in. There was something about her that fascinated him, something that made him want to know more. At first, it was just curiosity, but over time, it had grown into an all-consuming obsession. Alex's fixation on Maya had become an integral part of his daily life. He would follow her, watch her, and imagine what it would be like to be close to her. He had a growing desire to make her his, to control her and have her all to himself. As he stood there, he felt a familiar flutter in his chest. He took a deep breath, trying to calm himself down. He had to be patient, had to wait for the right moment to make his move. Alex pulled out his phone and checked the pictures he had taken of Maya. He scrolled through them, his eyes lingering on her face, her body, and her movements. He had taken hundreds of photos, each one a reminder of his growing fixation. He had a fantasy of breaking into her apartment, of overpowering her, and making her his. The thought sent a shiver down his spine. He knew it was wrong, but he couldn't help himself. He was driven by a desire to possess her, to make her love him. As he stood there, he noticed a faint light coming from inside her apartment. He realized she was up, getting ready for the day. His heart skipped a beat as he thought about the possibilities. Alex's eyes narrowed as he made his decision. Today was the day. Today, he would take the next step. He would get inside her apartment, and he would make her his. With a newfound sense of determination, Alex turned and walked away from her apartment, disappearing into the shadows. He would wait for the perfect moment to strike, and when he did, nothing would stop him from making Maya his.