Theodore sat alone in the hall, a solitary figure in the emptiness.

When Rebecca was alive, the place was filled with laughter and cheer, but now it was just him.

He sat desolately on the carpet, clutching his head. His face was pale. A complex web of emotions surged within him, making it hard for him to breathe.

With trembling hands, Theodore took out his phone from his pocket and dialed a number.

The call connected quickly.

"Hello, Theodore."

It was Aurora's voice.

However, Theodore didn't say a word.

Aurora sounded concerned.

"What's wrong? Is something the matter? Theo, are you okay? Theo, if you have something on your mind, you can tell me. I'll listen. Please don't stay silent, alright? You called me for a reason. Tell me what's going on. Don't make me worry, okay?"

to crack with

something! Are

you

a burst of joy lighting up her heart. "I'll come right away. I can grab a cab; you don't need to

was eager to see Theodore as soon

gaze and said calmly, "Alright then. I'm at my grandma's

that, he hung up the

Aurora froze in place.

him to insist on sending someone to pick her up. Did he really feel at ease letting her come alone so

dwell on it for long. She grabbed her

the call and

refused. This was a late-night visit Theodore had requested. How could she bring Angie along to act as

cab and

she entered. She followed the faint light along the corridor, feeling a

you inside?" she

Theodore's voice drifted from

lights suddenly turned on, illuminating

the floor. She quickly ran

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