-Bruce-
The running did help calm my temper, bringing me back to a state of focus, yet the temptation to go to Ana’s house still lingered. I gazed around, trying to find signs of being followed, yet I couldn’t discern anyone. I couldn’t listen properly through the sound of rain, but I knew the water would make it hard to track me through scent. So if anyone was close to me, I would be able to notice them.
I told myself I only wanted to swing by quickly, so I headed for Ana’s house, making sure to take a long detour before finally heading in her direction. When I neared the house, I heard coughing, and I saw through one of the remaining windows Ana walking inside.
Go inside!
“I can’t,” I whispered, yet feeling so compelled to go closer, to be near her and comfort her, and for her to cal
