Chosen Mate
My destination was clear -where Iris was.
Reaching the door, I hesitated for a moment, my hand poised to turn the knob. The silence pressed in around me, a stark reminder of the stillness that cloaked the world at this late hour. With a deep breath, I pushed the door open, the hinges protesting with a faint squeak.
The room was dimly lit, illuminated by a single, flickering candle. Two figures stood facing each other, their hushed voices barely audible above the murmur of the night. I remained in the doorway, concealed by the shadows, as I strained to catch the words that passed between them.
Sikat na Kabanata