Chapter 12

Chapter 12

A gentle knock resonated through the door, causing Alexa to snap out of her engrossing reading. The book slipped from her hands, forgotten for the moment, as she made her way towards the door. Curiosity tinged her voice as she called out, "Who's there?"

The anticipation hung in the air as Alexa stood on the threshold, waiting for a response. Her heart beat a little faster, wondering who might be on the other side. Was it a friend?

"It's me"A familiar voice resonated through the door, instantly recognizable as Levi's. Alexa's heart skipped a beat, a mixture of relief and concern washing over her. Without hesitation, she swiftly opened the door, her eyes scanning his face for any signs of distress.

"What's wrong?" she asked, her voice filled with genuine worry. The late hour weighed heavily on her mind, as she instinctively understood that something must have prompted his unexpected visit.

Levi's gaze met hers, a mix of emotions flickering in his eyes. He seemed slightly on e