Entered Without Knocking - Dillion Harper Jun 2026

Dillion shrugged. "Sleep's overrated. Besides, it'll be fun, I promise! You can't miss this concert. It's going to be legendary."

On the roof, Lyle discovers his apartment’s balcony door is indeed ajar—he had left it open while fleeing an argument with his wife. He steps out, looks down at the city, and, for a moment, seems to find a sliver of peace. The story ends with Miriam watching him disappear into the night, her own loneliness amplified by the brief, fragile connection she’s just experienced. Entered without knocking - Dillion Harper

“Miss me?” she whispered.