Madelyn got herself a glass of water from the fridge and quickly went back upstairs to her room.

Jadie glanced back, watching Madelyn's figure disappear on the stairs. "Maybe I should bring her a bowl now. I'm worried she might feel uncomfortable."

Zach reached out and affectionately ran his hand through Jadie's hair. "I'll go," he offered, getting up from his chair.

Jadie hesitated, biting her lip and staying quiet. Inside, she didn't really want Zach to be alone with Madelyn. But she also didn't want to face Madelyn herself. Just as Madelyn was about to close her door from her bed, the lock clicked, and Zach just walked in.

Zach had many admirable qualities, but the fact that he never knocked before entering her room slightly annoyed her.

"Jadie made some gnocchi soup. It's delicious. Care to give it a try?"

"I..."

Before Madelyn could finish, Zach was sitting by her bed. He had a spoon and was stirring the soup. "Want me to feed you, or do you want to eat on your own?"

"I-I'