### Jace
I made my way to the room where Cara and I were staying, taking a deep breath before entering. I knew I was likely to be met with Cara's fiery attitude the moment she saw me. The tension had been building between us, and while I cared for her deeply, I wasn’t entirely sure how to navigate the tumultuous emotions swirling around in my mind.
As I opened the door and stepped inside, I found not Cara, but Mauve, seated in a chair, engrossed in a book. The room was dimly lit, casting shadows that seemed to dance around us, heightening the atmosphere of uncertainty.
“Where is Cara?” I inquired, glancing around the room, hoping for some sign of her.
“She’s in the bath. I convinced her to take a cool bath to help ease her respite,” Mauve replied, her voice calm and steady.
“Hmm, well
