CHAPTER 63: People you know

I woke up to the sound of rain tapping against the window. It was a soothing sound, but it made me feel lonely too.

Ever since Elaine and I had a falling out, things had been different. I missed our late-night chats and early-morning gossip, the way she used to laugh at my jokes and share her dreams with me.

I sighed and got out of bed. I tried to shake off the feeling of emptiness and focus on my morning routine. I brushed my teeth, took a shower, and got dressed in my usual black clothes. I put on my silver necklace with a small moon pendant, a gift from my mother. It always made me feel closer to her, even though she was far from me.

As I headed to the kitchen, I felt a knot in my stomach. I knew that Elaine would be there, and I didn't know how to fix things between us. I wanted to apologize for what I had done, but I also wanted to know why she had been avoiding me. Had I hurt her too much? Was she still mad at me?

I pushed those thoughts aside and opened the door to the kitchen