Without Words

It took Elice some time to process what had happened. She realized that she was in a hotel room with Garrett, both of them completely naked. Dramatically, Elice closed her eyes. She knew she shouldn't have done that. But for some reason, she felt no remorse in her heart. Maybe it was because what she had said was true. That there were many other things she should regret more than this.

At least... tonight, I am sure. Maybe there are still people who find me valuable. Even if it's a stranger whose name I only know.

This thought finally made Elice open her eyes again. In the yellow light, she found herself unconsciously sinking into his warm embrace.

Garrett.

Elice would remember this name. As a memory. And it would remain just a memory.

For as Elice managed to gather her strength and consciousness, a determination formed in her mind. She had to go. She did not want to be there when Garrett woke up.

Elice decided to leave it at that. The events of that night did not need to be prolonged