Ethan's POV
I was jolted awake by a thunderclap that rattled the windows. Rubbing my tired eyes, I pushed myself out of bed and hurried to close the open window. The cold air from the storm sent a shiver down my spine, and my heart raced with each rapid rumble of thunder.
Looking out at the fierce weather, my mood sank. With a sigh, I threw on my jacket and pants and made my way to the bathroom to freshen up.
As soon as I entered, I found Alissa washing her face at the sink.
"You’re up this early?" she murmured without looking up.
"It’s raining outside. I thought I’d take you to university."
"No need," Alissa replied, her voice still muffled as she dried her face. "I’ll just take the bus."
"Then I’ll take the bus with you."
"With this heavy rain, aren’t you going to take Max’s car?
