Thor climbed the stairs slowly, each step echoing through the quiet house. When he reached the bedroom door, he paused for a moment. Drawing a deep breath, he pushed it open gently and stepped inside.

Celina stood by the window, gazing outside. The soft click of the door closing made her turn toward him.

Their eyes met.

Thor remained near the doorway. Celina stayed by the window. No words were spoken—not yet. But in that silence, a storm of emotions swirled between them.

Thor’s gaze was sad, we