[Bonus chapter] Midnight Guest

Melody stood frozen in front of the closed door, her hand lingering just inches away from the doorknob. The sound of her racing heartbeat filled the air, drowning out the world around her.

Morgan's voice echoed through the door, tugging at her heartstrings and stirring up a whirlwind of emotions within her.

Curiosity battled with restlessness as she grappled with the decision to open the door or to keep it shut, to face him or to turn away.

The weight of their complicated past and the uncertainty of what this unexpected encounter could bring made her hesitate, questioning the consequences of allowing him back into her life.

"Mel, please open the door," Morgan pleaded from the other side of the closed door. "I understand you hate me,  but I beg you to give me a chance to make peace. I know we have unresolved issues, and I want the opportunity to make things right between us."