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I ended up unable to sleep hence I went for a midnight prowl around the house to see if a walk around the place would get me in the right frame of mind.

Walking down the dimly lit hallway, I noticed a soft glow spilling from beneath the slightly ajar door of Donna's room. My steps slowed, curiosity mingling with caution. The late hour only heightened the intrigue of the scene before me.

Should I continue on my way, or should I investigate further? A mixture of reluctance and fascination led me to push the door open just a bit wider and peer inside.

The room was illuminated by the warm light of a lamp on a nearby table. It cast a soft halo around Donna, who stood near the center of the room. She turned toward me, her eyes meeting mine with an expression that was both inviting and daring. "Lin, don't be shy. Come right in."

I hesitated, my gaze flickering between her and the door. It wasn't appropriate for me to be here, in her private space, at this odd hour and especially with my emot