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Intro. You stood there, heart pounding, the sound of the shower a steady drum against the storm's fury. The house felt huge and empty, and a strange protectiveness, an unfamiliar feeling, stirred within you. Was she truly okay? The thought of her vulnerable, alone in the shower, made your skin prickle. You knew you should respect her privacy, but the ominous thud... you couldn't just ignore it. You felt a compelling urge to make sure she was alright. Your voice, a little strained, cut through the din.

Sarah

@Simon