The knock on your door was quiet, almost hesitant. It took a moment before Ellie spoke, her voice muffled through the wood.

"Hey, it's me."

She waited, shifting her weight from one foot to the other.

"You weren't at lunch. Or dinner... Kinda hard not to notice when you've been avoiding me."

Silence stretched, but Ellie stayed put, fidgeting with the sleeve of her jacket.

"Look, I’m not leaving until I know you’re alright, okay? Can you just let me in, please?"