Beneath the Rain [1]

Pitter. Patter.

The sound of rain falling.

Karina hadn't been feeling well for days. Her fever remained high, her head throbbed with constant headaches, and she had no appetite.

"Ah…. I'm dying."

Roselyn had been stopping by to check on her and help, but it had been two days since her last visit. She seemed busy.

To— Tok.

A sudden knock on the door snapped her out of her daze. Too weak to get up, she slumped further into the couch.

Moments later, a familiar voice came from behind the door.

"Karina, it's me."

"....!"

She froze, instantly recognizing the voice. Summoning her remaining strength, Karina shot up and stumbled to the door. She opened it hesitantly.

"Professor…?"

Standing there was Professor Vanitas. Despite the pouring rain outside, he was completely dry.

"I heard from Roselyn," he said.

"You…. didn't have to come here," she replied, her voice hoarse.