It was night by the time Zoe sent Noah back home. He was staying in Zoe’s old apartment. It was located in a convenient area and the facilities were adequate as well. Still, he was only planning on staying there until he found his own place.

It was misty as Noah parked his car at the apartment’s parking lot. He put a cigarette between his lips, but left it unlit.

He was holding Zoe’s hands.

They had been apart for six years. Zoe was a mother now, but their bond was as strong as ever. The way