At the Waterfront Apartments, Bianca had just finished packing her things. She looked around the living room one last time. Her grip on the suitcase tightened without her thinking. Part of her didn’t want to leave, but she had made up her mind and was determined to follow through.

She took a deep breath, then exhaled, letting go of the past. She turned and walked toward the door.

Just then, she heard the sound of a key turning in the lock from outside.

Her steps ...