When I awoke, it was still pouring heavily, but I was no longer next to Lucas. I soon sprang from my slumber and groaned next to me. I glanced around and assumed he was simply standing there, but there was no other trace of him in the room save for the fragrance he left in my room. I bent on my knees and brushed my hair with my finger. The hefty boulder that I believed had vanished reappeared in my chest. I had no idea my tears were already falling. I believed we were alright, but we weren't.

The scent of meals and the opening of the door interrupted my...