Kazuko let out a shuddering breath as Abhi wrapped his arms around her, holding her close. His warmth seeped into her skin, chasing away the chill that had taken hold of her body. She leaned into him, grateful for the comfort and protection he seemed to offer, even if it was only an illusion.

As they stood there in silence, she couldn't help but wonder what would happen once they finally made it out of the elevator. Would things go back to normal?

"I-I don't know," she stammered, her voice barely audible above the steady thrum of the elevator's machinery. "I just want everything to be okay... I want things to go back to how they were before."

She opened her eyes and looked up at Abhi, searching his face for some sign that he understood what she meant. But his expression remained enigmatic, unreadable. Maybe it was best not to think about the future right now;