Death Perks

I packed up everything into the box and got up. "Don't worry, I'll finish the project by tomorrow", Adrian promised holding my hand. I smiled back, hugging him. "Thanks. I'll go with you since you're staying at my place..."! He refused and still insisted on going back to the cottage but I persisted. I dragged him out, "I'm still hurt"! He said. I laughed at his answer.

I assisted him to get up and we walked to the station. When we got home, I locked the door immediately after checking if anyone was lurking around my house. Every tv station seemed to be broadcasting the same news about staying indoors due to an upcoming earthquake and storm in a few minutes. I closed my eyes falling on the sofa. Tricia called my name out crying. I jumped up, sighing.