Trapped with Ronnie

Derek's point of view:

I stood outside the hotel room, watching as Golden boy and Ronnie walked inside.

I waited for six minutes, timing it with my wristwatch.

That's when I planned to barge in and cause a disruption. It was my way of making sure nothing happened between them.

I knew Ronnie would end up hating me, and Golden boy might even try to pick a fight. But I didn't care.

As long as nothing happened between those two, that was all that mattered to me.

Time seemed to slow down as I waited, staring at my wristwatch. It felt like an eternity, but I knew I had to stay patient.

Suddenly, the door opened, and Golden boy stepped out.

I instinctively looked away, hiding my features with my janitor cap.

My confusion grew as I realized Golden boy was supposed to be with Ronnie. Why was he out of the room?

I heard his footsteps approaching me, and I gripped tightly to the mop stick. My instincts were screaming danger as he came closer.

Then I felt his strong hand grip my shoulder, and