Cipher returned to his apartment, the familiar surroundings amplifying the profound sense of loneliness that enveloped him. The once-familiar space now seemed emptier, echoing the absence left by Tia's companionship. As he moved through the rooms, the weight of remorse settled within him like a heavy cloak, a constant reminder of his inability to rescue her in time.
In the quietude of his solitude, memories of shared moments with Tia played like haunting echoes, intensifying the ache of longing. The very walls seemed to resonate with the void left behind, a stark contrast to the lively energy she had brought into his life.
