Ryan strolled through the mansion, the familiar halls echoing with the absence of laughter and warmth. Each step felt heavy, like an anchor weighing him down.
He tried to push thoughts of the chaos swirling around them from his mind, but they clung to him like shadows. As he turned a corner, he heard Leo calling his name.
"Ryan!"
He paused, the sound slicing through his thoughts, but instead of responding, he shook his head in frustration. Leo always seemed to have a knack for finding him when he wanted to be alone.
"Just leave me alone," he muttered under his breath, continuing his aimless journey.
He was honestly tired of everyone and everything. The mansion, once a sanctuary filled with memories of family and love, now felt more like a prison, a constant reminder of the
