Annabelle watched Sebastian leave, her heart heavy. She stood there for a long time, unsure of what to do next. After a moment, she sighed, her body feeling like it was carrying the weight of the world. She turned slowly and walked back inside, but instead of heading to the bedroom she shared with Derek, she went to one of the unused guest rooms. The house was quiet, only the soft glow from dim lights in the hallway illuminating her way. She sat on the bed, feeling the emptiness surrounding her.
She stared at the package in her hands, and a bitter laugh escaped her lips. “What did Sebastian say this was again?” she muttered, tearing at the wrapping with little care. Inside, she found a brand-new phone.
“Oh... so this is the solution? He’s gotten me my phone?” she whispered to herself, st
