Drake's heart ached with each passing moment as he stood outside Ember's dorm, waiting for her to return. He waited a whole day, his patience waning, his worry growing. The weight of uncertainty fell heavily on his shoulders, and a feeling of doubt gripped him.
With every passing moment, doubt crept into his thoughts. Did something happen to her? Was she avoiding him? The questions killing him, but he dared not entertain the darkest possibilities. Yet, as the hours ticked by, he could no longer ignore the sinking feeling in his chest.
"Where are you, Ember? This is sickening!" he sighed out of frustration. He wanted to find her but he is prevented by his very difficult situation now. How will he find Ember when there are others looking for him too? Who can he trust?
With a heavy sigh an
