~REMI~ Martha’s eyes were red and guilt tugged at my heart strings. I hardened my heart. I hadn’t said any mean thing to her or about her plus I wasn’t the one who told her to eavesdrop on our conversation. I knew that was the reason for her waterworks. John held her, facing us, and I sat stoically while Dylan held my hand. My heart raced and I realized it would take more than my new found bravery to completely stop being afraid of this people. “I want to know how you guys rescued me. I want to know about my family. ” I looked John dead in the eye and despite my racing heart, I didn’t cower at the intensity of his gaze. I was going to put an end to my cowardice by fighting it with bravery. I didn’t miss his eyes flicker to Dylan’s before he started talking. I hated that he felt Dylan h