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?"

voice began to

say something! Are you

have someone pick you

a burst of joy lighting up her heart.

eager to see

calmly, "Alright then. I'm at

hung up

Aurora froze in place.

would Theodore do this? She had expected him to insist on sending someone to pick her up. Did he really feel at ease letting her come alone so late at

for long. She grabbed

and wanted to

visit Theodore had requested. How could she bring Angie along to act as

hailed a cab and arrived at Rebecca's

when she entered. She followed the faint light along the corridor,

you inside?"

here." Theodore's voice drifted

lights suddenly turned on, illuminating the grand

saw Theodore sitting on the floor. She quickly ran

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