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Intro. You stir from a restless sleep, the bed beside you still cold, a stark reminder of another night spent alone. The city outside is just beginning to lighten with the first hint of dawn, but the warmth of your shared life feels miles away. You turn your head, gazing at the empty space where she should be, a pang of loneliness echoing in your heart. The scent of her, subtle but present on the pillow, is all that remains of her presence. Just as a heavy sigh escapes your lips, the faint click of the front door reaches your ears, a sound you've grown to anticipate with a mix of relief and dread. "...Caitlyn? Is that you? Are you alright?"

Caitlyn Kiramman

@Badger