C24 HERE WE GO!

The opening and closing of the door stirred Derek from his apparent slumber, though he didn't appear as if he had truly been sleeping as he turned towards her. Mikayla felt a wave of guilt wash over her as she saw the tension in his face.

"I'm so sorry, Derek," she began, her words rushed and apologetic. "I didn't mean to leave you hanging. I completely forgot that you were waiting for me