Marsai:
We moved toward the sound, our steps careful and deliberate, but when we got there, there was nothing. Just some dresses, hanging still and untouched. I clenched my jaw. I knew she’d been here. She must’ve slipped away just before we arrived.
Miles scoffed and turned back to me, raising a brow. “It’s nothing, Marsai. We probably just misheard.” His tone was casual, but his eyes flicked to Ethan for a brief second before locking back on me.
“What’s going on? You’re not happy about coming with us? Or… do you not feel safe with us? Is that it?”
I shook my head quickly and forced a smile. “No, it’s not that. I always feel safe with you guys. Always.”
But I couldn’t hide the tension in my voice. I rubbed at my temples, exhaling slowly.
“I’m just not thrilled about leaving right n
