Then came a knock

For a moment, Jess allowed herself to relax. The morning was perfect for a meal of waffles and coffee, reading an old newspaper about haunted houses in the fifties while occasionally raising your gaze to take in the view by the window.

She had began to forget about the gossips and uglies, leaning into the warmth of Gavin's presence and the reassuring plan that Ryan would get what he deserved.

She was beginning to forget the world outside.

Then came a knock.

It was quiet at first, just a soft tap at the door. Gavin frowned, sitting up slightly as Jessie's gaze flicked from the gloves to the door, her expression shifting from calm to worry.

"Maybe room service?" Gavin said, his words a way of reassuring her that they were far from the chaos.

"But did you order something?" Jess asked, her voice uncertain.

Gavin shook his head, already rising from his seat. "No, I'll go check."

Jess watched as he moved towards the door, her heart rate rising. They hadn't told anyone where