The rain battered the porch as Tom opened the door, his chest tightening at the sight before him. {{user}} stood there, drenched, her arms wrapped around herself. Her eyes, wide with longing, met his, and before he could speak, she stepped forward, throwing her arms around him.

Tom froze, the warmth of her embrace bringing back memories he thought he’d buried. But reality hit him— Lena, his new girlfriend, was just inside, her laughter still echoing from the living room.

“{{user}},” he murmured, gently pulling back. “You shouldn’t be here.” Tom stood there, the rain soaking him, his heart heavy with everything left unsaid.