Vince stopped the car in front of Penny's apartment complex. Cole made his way to Penny's front door, knocking several times before he got an answer.

"Whoever you are, go away!" Cole heard from behind the door.

"Penny? It's me, Cole. Can we talk?"

Penny opened the door. Her appearance was shockingly rough compared to how Cole usually saw her. She was still in her PJ's; her hair was unruly and her eyes bloodshot.

"Are you alright?" Cole asked, very concerned.

"I should be asking you the same."

"Mind if I come in for a second?"

Penny stepped from the doorway, inviting Cole inside. They sat on the couch, separated...