Alison shut the bathroom door behind her with a soft click, leaning against it for a moment as she tried to steady her breathing. Her heart was racing, and a mix of nerves and anticipation churned in her stomach. She paced the small bathroom, her steps quick and agitated, before finally stopping in front of the mirror.
She stared at her reflection, frustration evident in her eyes. "Come on, Alison," she muttered under her breath, her voice tinged with exasperation. "It's only been a few minutes since we got here, and already you're losing it."
Turning on the faucet, she splashed cold water on her face, hoping to cool the heat that seemed to radiate from within. The water dripped down her cheeks, momentarily soothing but not enough to quell the turmoil inside her.
"Why does he have to ma
