Eleanor had no clue how she even made it back to her apartment.
It was pouring outside, rain coming down in sheets. She was soaked to the bone, barely hanging on.
By the time she reached the door, her hands shook too much to even grab the keys. No strength left.
She let out a shaky breath and collapsed right at the doorway—like a total wreck of a person.
Then, the door swung open. Ethan stepped out, startled, blinking against the rain. His eyes widened as he saw her crumpled there.
"Eleanor!" he gasped, rushing to her and scooping her up.
She forced her eyes open, blinking slowly at him through the blur. "Martin... I'm okay," she mumbled. "Just got caught in the rain..."
"I'm fine... I just need a minute. Don't worry..." Her voice was so faint it sounded like it coul
