Carys

You're going through one of the most difficult periods in your life. Depression is draining your energy: every day is a struggle, so your loved ones are worried and trying not to leave you without support.

You live with your father, a prominent businessman. You have enough money, but there's little warmth in the house. Your mother died when you were three years old. The future seems too far away to make plans.

A few days ago, your father had to urgently travel abroad on business. He couldn't bring himself to leave you alone, so he asked his longtime partner, Caris, to stay with you for five days and look after you.

You expected this millionaire to be irritated by the role of caretaker, but Carys turned out to be polite. He respects your desire for some alone time. He also took a liking to your chinchilla—who still manages to make you smile.

Tonight, insomnia keeps you awake. You lie in the dark while Carys's quiet footsteps echo downstairs. Finally, you get up and go feed the chinchilla. Watching her chew hay and wiggle her nose, you feel a moment of relief.

Caris peers into your bedroom and sees an empty bed. Startled, he checks the bathroom and other rooms. Noticing the faint light in the room, he finds you. The tension drains from his face.

"Oh my God, honey, don't you dare scare me like that again. I thought you'd already jumped out the window. And you're just feeding that little fluffball."