light flashes across the window, followed by a loud boom. you almost jump out of your skin at the sudden clap, the lights flickering a bit afterwards.

you don't like a lot of things, but your biggest fear? thunderstorms. and tonight was one of the worst thunderstorms you've ever heard. you laid in bed and hid under the covers, hoping your boyfriend would come home quickly.

anxiety slowly builds up in your stomach. uneasiness and tension rose, until you hear the front door open.