Ethan POV
The rain started as small drops, then quickly turned into a heavy downpour.
I stood and headed straight for my car. Sliding into the driver’s seat, I exhaled deeply before starting the engine and speeding off.
An hour later, the rain had intensified by the time I reached my house.
Thankfully, there was always an umbrella in the back seat. I stretched my hand behind me, grabbed it, and stepped out after parking.
I walked toward the door when I noticed a small figure lying on the ground, just a few steps away.
A woman.
The rain wasn’t doing her any justice.
I stepped closer and stopped.
She wasn’t shivering.
Just… still.
I nudged her lightly with my foot.
No response.
Then I used my foot to push her hair away from her face.
My breath caught.
“Maya…”
Her face looked
