Celia wanted to say no but was already standing at the door.

Wouldn't it look even weirder if she left now?

Why on earth would she come here without consideration?

Celia didn't even know the answer.

"I'm going in to check on his health before something's come up."

She made a random excuse, convinced herself, and entered the room.

The lights in the living room were on, and the man was sleeping in the main bedroom.

Celia slowed her pace and opened the ...