Asa narrating:
The aroma of fresh coffee hung in the air. After our little conversation when we woke up, we decided to get up and brush our teeth so we could eat something. I was starving.
After a few minutes struggling with the stove, I made some pancakes and a strong coffee. We sat down and started eating; a comforting silence fell over us.
However, all of that came to an end when my mother decided to call me.
I took a deep breath, hesitated for a second, but eventually answered. Luke, in front of me, was staring at me.
— Hi, Mom. — My voice carried the intensity of the feelings I couldn't articulate. There wasn't much to say; I just wanted to hear a genuine "Hi, Asa," but I knew it wasn't just that.
The whirlwind of words began almost immediately.
— Asa! How are you? We need to t
