Marble Point of View As the first rays of sunlight broke through the horizon on a crisp Sunday morning, Marble couldn't shake the feeling that it was time to check on her best friend, Talia. She had sent several texts over the weekend but received no replies, which left her increasingly worried. Talia had a tendency to withdraw into herself when she was feeling down, and the silence was concerning. With a sense of determination, Marble quickly got dressed in her favorite jeans and a cozy sweater. She wanted to present a supportive front for Talia, even if things felt a bit tense between them. Once she was ready, she grabbed her keys and dashed out the door. Talia lived in an upscale apartment complex that boasted security features, designed exclusively for singles and childless couple

