Tears clouded my vision as I rushed into the forest, the chilly wind stinging at my flesh. My thoughts were plagued by Vivian's comments, a harsh reminder of the harm I had done. "Cora, you have to go. We're all in danger because of you."
Her tone had been so icy, so conclusive. She was correct, too. Zack's presence, the mayhem I caused, and Elena's k********g all made me a threat. I was solely to blame for it. My heart pounded in my chest, fear and shame pounding with every beat. I just knew I had to leave this place and everyone I may harm, even though I had no idea where I was going.
With their branches tugging at my clothes as though to stop me, the trees whizzed by me. Despite tripping over rocks and roots, I continued on and wouldn't stop. I could not. The further distance I trave
