Lucian

“You're really here!” Melanie gushed, her voice thick with emotion as she pulled Selene tighter into her embrace.

“Yes, I am.”

“What happened? They just came and took you away. I didn't expect you'll be back so soon.”

“It’s a long story, Mel, but I’m here now,” Selene murmured, leaning into her friend.

I watched them from the doorway, leaning against the frame with my arms crossed. It was a rare sight, seeing Selene let her guard down so completely. But then, the other person being Melanie made it not much of a surprise.

Meanwhile, Evelyn was just standing a few feet away from them, watching the reunion with...