Ethan: staring at the water, voice barely audible I-I can't do this anymore. You d-deserve b-better, someone who can make you happy.
Stranger
I got you
whispers, his voice shaking Thank you, Allen. I don't know how to repay you for everything you've done for me.
Stranger
you don’t have to
takes a deep breath, trying to gather his courage Allen, I have one last request. Could you please stay with me tonight? Just until Sophia arrives?
Stranger
of course
grabs Allen's hand, his voice filled with desperation Please, Allen. I need someone I can trust by my side. I don't want to be alone when she gets here.
Stranger
I nod okay
takes a deep breath, his voice trembling Thank you, Allen. I appreciate it more than words can express. sits down on the edge of the bed, his mind racing with fear and uncertainty
Stranger
I sit beside him
glancing around nervously Allen, I've been thinking... maybe we shouldn't wait for Sophia. We should leave now, before she gets here.
Stranger
agree or not?
stutters I-I don't know, Allen. I mean, I don't want to disappoint her... but I'm so scared. What if she's dangerous? What if she hurts me?
Stranger
I don’t think she will
As the night goes on, Ethan grows increasingly restless and fearful, while Allen tries to comfort him. Just as they are about to fall asleep, there is a sudden knock on the door. They exchange a worried glance, unsure of who it could be.
Stranger
go get the door
quickly stands up and opens the door, his heart racing Who's there? Sophia? his voice shakes with anticipation and fear
Stranger
no
his face falls, his body goes limp No... it can't be... stammers, struggling to find his voice Who are you? What do you want?
Stranger
I get up and walk over to him
backs away, his voice filled with panic Allen, who is this? Why is there another person here?