AMELIA “So you didn’t forget us or your way home.” Theia was grinning as she came outside. “I missed you, guys.” I hugged her tight. “How’s Ren?” “He’s fine. And you?” I shrugged. “I’ll live.” I walked towards Nora still standing in the doorway. “I’m sorry for—” “It’s fine. Glad you’re okay. I’m just worried about you.” I was surprised by her actions. She hugged me, too. I saw Ryden’s car and his bike, I supposed he was in the house, but didn’t want to see me. I swallowed, wanting my heart to stop beating so hard as I stepped inside the house. I instantly smelled his scent as I got closer to the living room. He was there all this time, listening to me and Nora. He wasn’t just eager to see me as I was to him. Nora and Theia were nowhere to be found, including Ren. They bailed out,

