Unspoken Warmth

Caleb knocked on the door, but there was no response from inside.

"Has he been locking himself in the room all this time?" Leo's small face scrunched up in concern.

"Yes," Caleb said, then knocked again, saying, "Gideon, open the door. Leo's here."

Leo felt a mix of nervousness and anticipation as he stared at the door.

This time, there was finally some movement inside.

The door opened, and a stro