Know you too well

As Nicholas consoled Roseanne, a sudden message interrupted their moment, causing his expression to shift from comfort to conflict. Sensing his inner unrest, Roseanne asked with concern, “What’s going on?”

“I need to leave,” Nicholas revealed, his voice laden with urgency.

“Is everything okay?” Roseanne inquired, her worry visible.

“I’m not sure,” Nicholas confessed. “I’ve been searching for someone, and now, I’ve received a message saying I need to meet them immediately for crucial information. It’s not far from here. I’ll be back as soon as I can.”

Roseanne nodded, though anxiety crept into her features. “Please, be careful.”

Nicholas offered her a reassuring smile, appreciating her concern. He embraced her tightly and planted a gentle kiss on her forehead. “I’ll return before you know it,” he promised before reluctantly leaving Roseanne behind with children.

Roseanne watched him leave, a knot of worry tightening in her stomach, fearful of the dangers that awaited him and the lurk