Calista’s eyes roamed over the house she had lived in for three years. She never thought she would come back here after leaving.

She walked, her heart in her throat, as she ventured further inside.

Ranya was beside her, smiling as he watched her tour the house she had once made a home.

“It wasn’t a home when you were gone,” his voice broke the silence as she turned toward him.

“You...”

A soft knock, followed by a push, distracted them. Valerie walked in, her eyes filled with worry.

“I thought I told you to go home, Val,” Ranya said, his voice laced with concern. It was late, and she...