We walk over to his apartment building as soon as we finish walking. Once we enter the lobby, we stop and stand silently in front of the elevator.

I look at the doors nervously, unsure of what I should do. Should I wait inside with him? Are we supposed to get up to our floor now? Or should I wait outside until he's ready?

"Ezra? Are you alright?" I ask quietly.

He glances back at me and nods slowly.

"Yeah. Yeah. Don't worry about it. Why don't you go ahead, I'll follow you in a second." He whispers softly, squeezing my hand.

I nod hesitantly and slowly turn around, stepping...