Knock, Knock, Knock. Elef stood outside Myrtle's door, her knuckles rapping gently on the wood. "Hey, it's me, Elef. I'm coming in!" She spoke in a deliberately friendly tone, her words carrying a note of warmth. In the wake of Myrtle's return from the hospital, she had retreated into her room, shutting herself away from the world and isolating her thoughts. Concerned for her well-being, Elef had taken it upon herself to reach out, understanding that her presence might offer some solace. After all, neither of the two men in the household were equipped to handle matters of the heart delicately.
With a steadying breath, Elef turned the doorknob, her fingers wrapping around it as she waited for any response. "I'm coming in, okay?" She announced, gently twisting the handle and allowing herself entry into the dimly lit room. Myrtle had drawn the curtains tight, casting a gloomy pall over the interior.