After his conversation with Gustav, Luke decided to check on Monica before leaving.
He knew he would only be gone for a few minutes, but to him, those minutes would stretch into hours. So, for his own peace of mind and as a reason to return home safely, he wanted to see her face one last time before setting out.
Click.
Carefully, he eased the door open and peeked inside.
The room was dimly lit, with only a single candle flickering on a nearby table. Its gentle glow illuminated Monica's peacefully sleeping face.
A soft smile appeared on his lips.
Stepping inside, he quietly closed the door behind him and made his way toward her bed. He knew how lightly she slept, so he was careful not to make even the slightest sound.
When he finally reached her side, he slowly crouched down.
