Ryder

Ivy is taking a long time in the bathroom. She didn't run away, did she? I better go check on her.

I go to look for the bathroom, and I eventually find it. I notice that the door is locked. I knock on it gently. "Ivy, are you okay in there? It's me, Ryder," I say softly, hoping she'll answer.

"Ry...Ryder?" I hear her meek voice from the inside.

Yes, it's me. Are you okay in there?" I ask, concern evident in my voice.

I hear Ivy taking a deep breath before responding. "Yeah, I'm okay. I just got scared," she says, her voice shaky.

"Scared? What happened?" I...