The rap on the door was louder this time but Anna stood rooted to the floor, staring at it with wide eyes.
What if he wanted to say goodbye?
“Anna—are you on a call?” Jason's voice came through the door.
Anna took a step forward, then stopped again.
“I'll just—”
Jason trailed off and the apartment became silent. She heard light footsteps and her heart leaped in her chest.
Was he…
She rushed forward and pulled the door open. Contrary to her fear, Jason stood leaning against the wall by the door.
He straightened immediately as the door creaked open, his eyes snagging hers. She stared at him, taken aback.
He stared back, slipping his hands into his pockets. Anna couldn't help the smile that stretched slowly across her lips.
“I didn't want you thinking I left.”
Those words
