Hailey Queen
I didn’t look back.
My legs carried me forward even though they felt weak, every step heavy with everything I was trying not to feel. I heard Ryan call my name once, sharp and desperate, but I ignored it. If I stopped now, I knew I would fall apart, and I refused to do that in front of either of them.
I reached my car and fumbled with the keys, my hands shaking so badly it took two tries to unlock the door. I slid into the driver’s seat and slammed it shut, locking it immediately. My chest rose and fell too fast, breath coming out in uneven bursts.
Through the windshield, I saw Ryan standing there, running a hand through his hair, frustration and fear written all over his face. Luca was still on the ground, propped up on one elbow, glaring in my direction like this wasn’t
