Scarlett

I was sitting on my bed, lost in my thoughts that were as heavy and dark as the clouds above. Suddenly, a gentle knock on my door brought me back to reality.

“Who?”

“Luna, it’s me.” Alisha’s familiar voice brought a small measure of comfort.

“Come in.”

She entered quietly, closing the door behind her. I could sense her unease from the way she held herself and the slight tremor in her usually steady hands.

“How are you feeling, Luna?” She approached with ...