Marcus entered his apartment, letting the door close softly behind him.
The loud click echoed in the quiet, minimalist space.
It bought him peace, unlike the outside world he had returned from that was chaotic
As soon as he entered, he pulled his hoodie over his head and kicked off his shoes, wincing as the ache in his Achilles tendon flared up. The tight shoes, damp hoodie, and oversized sweatpants had made the entire evening feel heavier than it should have.
But it was worth it.
Everything was worth it when it came to Lila.
He walked toward his bedroom, his footsteps muffled by the plush rug beneath him. The first thing he did was strip, peeling away the sweat-soaked fabric from his body and tossing it carelessly into a corner. He could feel the grime on his skin, the weight
