Crossed Lines

Author's Pov

“Hey—can I come in?” Leona’s voice floated in before the door even finished cracking open. She stood there with a bright smile that didn’t match the heaviness in his eyes.

He stared at her like her presence was an inconvenience. He didn't smile back, he went straight to asking.“Leona… what are you doing here?” His tone was flat, almost annoyed, and the way he held the door half-open m