*****Ryder's POV*****

When I arrived at Xena's place, the rain had already begun to fall in torrents. I felt uneasiness in my chest that proved that Xena wasn't fine. I just hoped she wasn't in such bad shape.

I packed my car in her driveway and realized that her car was nowhere in sight. It seemed like my thoughts were right about her car being faulty. I made a countdown before highlighting from the car.

I ran off to her porch, shielding myself from the heavy downpour. I sighed as I thankfully stood before her front door.

I turned to ring the doorbell, taking in deep breaths and waiting for...