Clara's Pov
It was growing towards the afternoon and the sun was dropping long shadows on the floor of the living room. Johnson and I were on the floor, leaning against the bottom end of the sofa. We drank some water. Our skin was still warm in the garden. I was relaxed, and I realized that my mind was filled with a feeling of ecstasy.
Next, the rapping sounded—some sharp, fast beat on the front door disturbed the silence.
My heart sank up as I jumped. "Who is that?"
Johnson got on his feet and buckled his shirt. "I don't know. I wasn't waiting for anyone."
He went off to the door and I followed behind, arranging out my sun dress. He opened the door and there was a face he knew. My close college friend, who is also known as Lina, was the one who was involved. She was tall, with sharp
