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Still, the night felt long as all I could think about was her but once the night succumbed to day, I was ready.
I made my way to Sophie’s room. She was already awake.
I wondered if she felt Evie’s absence already.
“Good morning, princess.” I managed to smile.
“Daddy,” she smiled. The word made its way to my heart.
“Grandma will take care of you today, okay?” I hugged her to my chest.
She nodded. She didn't ask about Evie yet.
Releasing a sigh, I stepped out of the room. I nodded past Joseph and Virginia as I walked by.
I didn't miss the surprise look on their faces. They were probably wondering why I was at home at this time.
I wondered what ran through their head at the revelation that Evie had gone.
I reached my car, entered, and ignited the engine. Philip had provided information on Evie’s whereabouts. She was with a friend, Emma.
My knuckles turned white as I gripped the steering wheel tightly. Hope— I had to hold on to every iota of hope.
The drive to Emma’s place took a while but I finally arrived at the building.
It was a walk up building of six floors. Her apartment was on the third. Inhaling a small breath, I walked up the stairs to the third floor. It was the fourth apartment on the floor.
I quickened my pace when I almost reached there. Before I knocked, I took another breath. I couldn't lose her.
On the first knock, no one answered. Weren't they home?
My fist met the door again with a slightly intense force. No answer.
Or did she know it was me? No, she couldn’t. Or could she?
I raised my hand to knock again when I heard movements. The locks unbolted and the door slowly peeled open. An unfamiliar face appeared behind the door. There was a hint of surprise in her orbs. She was tall and had brown hair and grey eyes. It must have been her friend, Emma.
“Please, I need to see Evie.”
“You must be the dickhead that left her in tears,” She scoffed. “Why do you think she would want to see you?”
Hold on to every bit of hope, Ethan. “
I—” I forced a shaky breath. “I just need to see her… please, Emma. Please let me see her.”
Her brow raised before she eyed my appearance. The silence that stretched was tension I didn't need.
“Let me see if she wants to have a conversation.” She slammed the door.
My heart raced as she disappeared into the apartment. With each second, I felt the nervousness wrack my spine.
Hope. I didn't know how long I stayed there, waiting but when she reappeared through the open doors, disappointment clenched my heart.
I could see the expression on her face— hard with a little pity.
“She said you need to leave.”
I held my breath. The only sound that followed was the one of hope breaking in me.
