“When you’re done, Conlan will get you anything you need,” Lukas said dismissively. He turned away and started back toward the library. “Kaia, come.”
I waited until they were out of sight to take out my phone. Turning away from Conlan, I dialed my home number and heard it ring three times before the machine picked up. Hearing my father’s voice telling me to leave a message made my eyes sting a little.
“Hey, Finch, it’s me,” I said in a steady voice. “I know I told you I wouldn’t stay out too late, but something’s come up and I won’t be home until tomorrow. I’ll buy you a whole bucket of blackberries to make it up to you, okay? I love you.”
I hung up and took a deep breath before I spun to face Conlan, who was watching me curiously. I raised my eyebrows in question, but he only smiled an
