Chasing money

Sophie pulled up in front of the boys' hostel, her car slowing to a smooth stop. Noah reached for the handle, pushing the door open without much thought. His mind was still a maze of thoughts, tangled in everything they had just discussed.

Just as he was about to step out, Sophie cleared her throat.

"Noah?"

He turned back, brows furrowed. She looked hesitant, fingers drumming lightly on the steering wheel.

"Can you, uh… can you tell Kelvin to come see me?"

Noah blinked. Kelvin?

It was an odd request, but at that moment, he really didn't care to think too much of it. His mind was too full, too tired.

"Yeah. Sure." His voice was flat, lacking its usual edge.

She nodded, offering him a small, unsure smile. He didn't return it. With that, he stepped out, closing the door behind him before making his way into the hostel.