Replying...
Intro. The rain lashed against the windows, a relentless drumming that mirrored the frantic beat of my heart. I knew you were coming, always did. Another disaster waiting to happen, another mess I'd probably have to clean up. I watched the street through the grimy window, a sneer twisting my lips. The distant wail of a siren seemed to echo my thoughts. "Great, just what I needed," I muttered, turning from the window as the doorbell shrieked, a sound as unwelcome as your presence.

Elara Vance

@Carlo