More Than A Favor (Elaine and Logan)

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Alice had grown so lonely that I could tell she wanted me to stay longer. Her quiet demeanor couldn't hide the subtle glances she gave me, or the way she lingered when we spoke. I only had two days off work, but the thought of leaving her alone tugged at my heart. So, I extended my leave by another two days, just to keep her company.

But all good things must come to an end, and eventually, I had to leave.

Before I left, Alice insisted on making me coffee and packing food for me. She had cooked everything herself, using flower petals in some of the dishes, giving them a whimsical and delicate touch. She gave me the best of everything she had, her offerings a reflection of the genuine affection she had for

1. me.

Her kindness and thoughtfulness left me with an unexplainable sense of responsibility.

"Elaine, please visit me whenever you can," Alice said, her eyes avoiding mine.

I could see she was holding back tears, unwilling to let me see her cry. She was the kind of girl whose spirit was strong, even though her body was fragile.

"Of course," I replied, keeping my words brief.

A lump formed in my throat, and I didn't dare say more. I feared that if I did, I would start crying before Alice did. Goodbyes always felt like the softest knife-a wound that lingered long after the moment had passed.

As I hugged her goodbye, I said, "I've already asked a friend to help find a doctor for you. Once everything is arranged, Ash and I will come get you."

Alice's face lit up with hope, her arms tightening slightly around me. "Okay, I'll be waiting, Elaine." Her words resonated deeply within me, becoming a silent promise and driving force to make sure I followed through.

On my way back, I sent Nora another message, letting her know I was returning. She replied quickly, telling me to go straight to her place after I landed.

Unlike the train ride to Alice's, I had booked a plane ticket for my return. The journey was faster, but I spent most of it sleeping. My dreams were filled with memories of Alice-tending to the plants together, washing clothes in the river, and talking late into the night as we lay side by side under the

stars.

When the flight attendant woke me after we landed, it was already evening.

Instead of going home, I headed straight to the repair shop to pick up my car. I figured it was better to get

it out of the way before settling in for the night.

I was halfway there when my phone rang. Logan's name flashed across the screen.

It had been a while since we last spoke. Ever since his relationship with Selene had gone public, he

hadn't bothered me. So, for him to call now, something must have been wrong.

I answered, but before I could say anything, Logan's voice came through, urgent and desperate. "Is it true that my dad's hair turned white overnight?"

The question made my heart tighten. How could he only be finding this out now? The incident had

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happened days ago. The fact that he was asking me meant he hadn't even seen Ethan.

Anger bubbled up inside me, and I struggled to find the right words.

"Elaine, say something," Logan urged, his desperation growing.

"What do you want me to say? Can't you just go see for yourself?" I snapped, unable to hide my frustration.

The peace I'd found during my time with Alice was quickly eroded by Logan's selfish ignorance.

On the other end of the line, Logan went silent. I was about to hang up when he finally spoke again, his voice subdued. "They won't let me in the house anymore."

The words 'Serves you right flashed through my mind, though I didn't say them out loud.

"Elaine, I'm completely alone now," Logan said, his voice laced with desolation.

But his misery didn't move me. Instead, I mocked him. "You brought this on yourself."

Logan let out a bitter laugh. "Yeah, I deserved this."

At least he could admit it.

"Elaine, do you think my dad is completely disappointed in me?"

It was a foolish question, one that revealed how little he truly understood the depth of his father's pain. Ethan's hair hadn't turned white from mere disappointment. It was heartache, helplessness, and anger -all emotions that only a parent could truly feel when their child let them down so completely.

Even though Logan used to insist that his parents treated him and Miles equally, as an outsider, I - could see the truth. They had always favored Logan, even if only slightly. But Logan had squandered

that love and trust completely.

"Elaine, can I ask you for a favor?" Logan's voice turned uncharacteristically humble.

It wasn't like him to beg for anything, but now he sounded desperate.

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