Ruby
I'm lying on my couch, re-watching some TV show I've seen a million times, trying to figure out how to get through to Caleb when the doorbell rings. At first I ignore it, not wanting to disturb my brooding, but then I hear his voice.
“Red?" It's unsure and soft as he knocks on the door this time. “I know I don't deserve for you to let me in, but I'm asking you to. Please?"
For a moment I think about ignoring him, I think about letting him sit out there and sweat. Give him the same type of reaction he's given me, but I realize quickly one of us has to be the bigger person. That person is me, because I know he's hurting and I know he's dealt with the situation he's been thrust into the best way he knows how.
Opening the door, I stand there with my arms crossed. Until I see what he's
