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“Come on, we’re almost there!” Jayden exclaims excitedly as he leads the way. I’m walking a couple of steps behind him, jumping from one big rock to the next.
Kieran left the estate yesterday morning and Jayden’s here keeping me company. We spent the whole day inside yesterday, going from the library to the media room. Today, however, Jayden has something else in mind. He’s taking me out for a picnic.
“Wait up,” I say, catching up to him.
Jayden stops for a beat and gives out his hand. I take his hand and he guides me across the rocky path. We’re venturing deep into the woods. He’s grinning excitedly and I’m feeling somewhat giddy too.
“How far are we going?” I ask.
“We’re almost there,” He replies.
Jayden moves with precision, agilely going from rock to rock. In
