Chapter 108: Staying Together

Levi sat hunched over his desk, his head resting on the cool surface as the event of the day pressed down on him. A soft knock at the door jolted him upright. Levi rubbed his temples, trying to shake off the fatigue. The door creaked open, and Eleanor stepped in, her delicate features framed by the dim light. Her rosy heart-shaped lips were pressed into a thin line, and there was a flicker of concern in her eyes as she took in the sight of him. "Levi," she said softly, her voice laced with hesitation. "Are you alright?" Levi looked up, startled by her presence. His green eyes met hers, and for a moment, he simply stared as if trying to convince himself that she was really there. The sight of her brought back memories. Eleanor stepped closer, her heels clicking softly against the polished floor. "I was just about to head out, but I thought... maybe you’d like some company on the way home." Levi blinked, his surprise evident. He cleared his throat, trying to hide the lump that had