THE INTRUDER

As Andrea sat on the edge of the bed, trying to make sense of everything that had happened, a soft knock on the door broke the silence. She frowned, glancing at the clock. It was well past midnight. Who could be visiting at this hour?

"Come in," she called out, her voice tentative.

The door creaked open, and to her surprise, Caleb stepped inside, his face a mask of concern. He closed the door behind him quietly, ensuring no one else could hear their conversation.

"Caleb? What are you doing here?" Andrea asked, her confusion evident.

He moved closer, his eyes scanning the room before settling on her. "I had to see you. Are you alright?"

Andrea sighed, running a hand through her hair. "As alright as I can be, considering everything. Why are you here, though?"

Caleb sat down next to her, his expression serious. "I needed to talk to you about the necklace."

Andrea's hand instinctively went to the pendant hanging around her neck. "What about it?"

Caleb hesitated, glancing at the door as if