Rachel smiled weakly. "I've been thinking about you too. I needed to get out of the house for a bit."
Rachel smiled, and Lena could see the gratitude in her eyes. "I will, Lena. I promise."
As they stood outside Rachel's house, Lena turned to her friend and said, "Cherish these times, Rach. We don't know what the future holds, but I know we'll face it together."
The two friends hugged, and Lena could feel the tension in Rachel's body. "Let's grab coffee and talk," Lena said, leading Rachel to a nearby café.
Rachel had been going through a tough time lately. Her parents were getting divorced, and she was struggling to cope with the stress and emotions that came with it. Lena had always been there for her friend, offering a listening ear and words of encouragement.