Riley
I wanted to drive home last night but after running through the forest for thirty-six hours straight, we were too exhausted. Went back to the hotel to eat and sleep. I drove faster than I ever have especially after we got a flat tire and had to change that. Thankfully we had a full-sized spare and it only took me an extra thirty minutes. Ellie didn’t call me back or text me. Matter of fact none of my texts even say she read them. Anxiety is clawing at my stomach for that.
Theo sent me a text saying he has some more information about the Dane sisters. Even seeing that last name has me snarling. It’s barely lunchtime when we arrive home. Aira says we will talk tomorrow after the ceremony tonight. I nod and run in. I am tired, filthy, and starving but first I need to see Ellie. I see
