The wind was particularly biting that morning.
Gunner picked up breakfast, intending to step into the apartment.
His voice carried a feeling that made one want to protect him, matching his appearance - seemingly harmless yet concealing an underlying aggression.
"Seraphina."
"It's really cold today."
"My hands are all red from the frost."
"Let me come in to warm up a bit."
I was in the bedroom, hearing Gunner's voice coming from the living room.
Seraphina's interactions with him had always been downstairs, but this time, for the first time, Seraphina gave in.
She remained silent for a long while, finally opening the door gently.
"Only ten minutes."
"Don't say anything unnecessary."
Gunner pouted but wisely didn't argue.
Seraphina handed me a glass of milk as usual.
Ever since Gunner started bringing breakfast, coffee had been replaced with warm milk.
Seraphina reminded me softly, "Be careful, it's hot."