With his breathing coming to a standstill, Leon opened the door and stepped into the dark bedroom. The light from the hallway flooded into the room, giving him a clear vision. Leon's eyes quickly landed on the small bed that was pushed against the peach-color walls. Underneath the covers of the bed, Leon noticed a small outline of a human, the sound of weeping and sniffing entered his ears.

Leon stepped further into the room, closing the door behind him. The room went dark, with the only source of light being from the street lamps outside. He quietly stepped over to the bed, the weeping was much louder up close. He sat down on the edge and with softness in his bass voice, he spoke.

"Are you alright?" Leon eased closing to the figure." I heard what happened downstairs, you know, the yelling and stuff, and I wanted to come to see if you were doing alright."

Hollis poked his head from underneath the covers. Hearing that sleazy voice brought him much-needed comfort. Through the puddle of tears and darkness, he can make...