Seven Years to Ash
After returning to the dorm alone, I made a cup of instant noodles and, as usual, logged into a game.
Only when my eyes started to ache did I shut down the computer and go wash up.
My phone rang with the notification tone I had set for special contacts. I opened social media and saw a post Rowan had just shared.
"Having you is the best thing. The hangover soup you made is the best in the world."
The photo showed Nina’s back as she worked in the kitchen, wearing an apron. Under the bright white lights, a gentle, harmonious glow seemed to settle over her.