So, he knew it wasn't safe for a girl to be out at night.
When we first started our internships, our rented place was far away, and the company often required overtime. After work, I had to take the subway and walk a long distance. When I asked him to pick me up, his usual response was, "There are so many people on the streets, what's there to be afraid of?"
It was true. Even at midnight in this city, there were still many people.
What was there to be afraid of?
Esther stood still.
I was tired and walked into my room, locking the door behind me.
Arturo called out a few times outside, but I ignored him. All I could hear were Esther and his exchanges, which ended with him sending her back to her room.
Our house had two bedrooms. I occupied the master bedroom while Esther stayed in the guest room. Arturo could only sleep on the sofa.
I woke up to see him sitting on the sofa, with dark circles under his eyes.
I wasn't sure if it was poor sleep or if he stayed up all night.
"You're up. I booked tickets to Blightmoor. You wanted to travel, right? I'll go with you. Remember to request your leave today."
"I've been busy with work recently, so I can't go," I replied.