We run deep into the trees. From the corner of my eye, I can recognize the scratched tree where I first met Kaden.
“Gia—Gia stop!” Catching her arm I pull her to a halt. “I get why we’re running but you need to go back inside.”
She rolls her eyes, “Duh I’m running away to. I already texted my dad to pick me up. But I’m guessing you two are going somewhere further than three blocks away.” She looks up at Oryn. “You don’t look it but you're scary you know.”
“I’m sorry you had to see that,” Oryn apologizes.
“No Eugene deserved it. The look on Richards face was stupid funny.” Gia turns back to me. “My mom took my phone just after you left. She was saying something about never letting me see you again,” Her brow furrowed. “I can’t just stay here anymore. I don’t want to—”
