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She took a deliberately slow step toward me as if she was testing me , checking to see if I was able to move. I struggled, fighting against whatever held me in place, I was able to move slightly. The sharp, sudden movement shocked her and she leapt away from me, landing in a defensive crouch. Whatever was holding me abated slightly and I managed to raise my hands just as a low growl came from her throat. Her eyes were fixed on me and I swear that I saw fear in them. Why did she fear me? I wouldn't hurt her Alice was my sister to all intents and purpose. I couldn't hurt her. Could I?