Kane
"I need to lie down and rest." Mom went to her room, and I, lost in thought, suddenly heard my phone vibrate in my pocket.
I pulled it out and found a message from Zara. As I expected, Zara soon descended the stairs, and I looked away, trying not to stare at her.
She slowly stopped in front of me. Holding her purse, she was wearing a long coat and scarf. Our gazes met, and all my thoughts instantly vanished, but hers slightly startled me.
Her eyes were empty, and I couldn't discern any emotion in them.
I think she even put on makeup.
"My beautiful Zara. It was only a matter of time before I brought you back. After tonight, I will speak to you openly," I thought to myself.
"I'm going to Sophia's apartment; I need to pick something up," she told me in a lifeless tone.
"Let me come with you," I offered, knowing she would refuse.
