Serenity
Salome's Dance
The sun had only begun to rise, casting a golden glow across the quiet world. John and Erik awoke to the gentle hum of their alarms, shaking off the remnants of sleep. They made their way down the sleek, staircase, their steps silent on the polished wood.
In the kitchen, Erik reached for the thermos and began filling it with the freshly brewed coffee. As the warm liquid streamed in, he couldn’t shake the anxious knot in his stomach. Would