Sage hadn't realized how loud an empty stomach could be until it echoed through a silent house.
The digital clock beside her bed blinked 11:43 p.m.
She stood up lazily to her bedroom door but it rattled beneath another frustrated shove.
It didn't move. She hit it again with the heel of her hand.
Nothing. Her door was locked outside.
"For the love of whoever you worship, open this damn door!" Sage shouted, pounding against the wood hard enough to sting her knuckles. "This punishment is ridiculous!"
Only laughter answered her.
Vivienne's voice floated from the hallway, smug enough to make Sage's blood boil.
"You should've thought about that before slapping people and making scenes everywhere you go. Jace said you're grounded, Sage. Maybe you'll learn something..learn to remember you
