Ryder
Ivy is taking a long time in the bathroom. She didn't run away, did she? I better go check on her.
I go to look for the bathroom, and I eventually find it. I notice that the door is locked. I knock on it gently. "Ivy, are you okay in there? It's me, Ryder," I say softly, hoping she'll answer.
"Ry...Ryder?" I hear her meek voice from the inside.
Yes, it's me. Are you okay in there?" I ask, concern evident in my voice.
I hear Ivy taking a deep breath before responding. "Yeah, I'm okay. I just got scared," she says, her voice shaky.
"Scared? What happened?" I ask worriedly.
"I thought I saw something in the mirror," Ivy explains.
My protective instincts kick in, and I immediately ask, "Do you want me to come in there with you? I can keep you safe."
Ivy hesitates for a moment be
