Chapter 226

The motion-activated lights had been switched off as Naomi fell asleep. The lights from the streets shone inside. It was not too bright, but it was enough for Scott to see. As the doors opened, the lights on the corridors switched on. The motion-activated lights also lit up. Scott could see her sitting on her chair, lying on the table. Naomi was in a pajama set. She placed her head on her hands like a student falling asleep in class. She was facing the door, too. She was sound asleep and did not hear the door opening. She was still calmly asleep, unfazed by anything. Scott entered and shut the door lightly. It clicked so softly that it was almost inaudible. There were two chairs by the table. He walked over to her, pulled a chair, and sat next to her. Facing her, he leaned back against the chair and crossed his legs in a relaxed manner. Scott sat still and watched her. The lights were switched off once more, and darkness enveloped them. He said nothing nor moved. Naomi had no s