Menace
When I pull into my driveway, the pit of my stomach warms, and my heart beats a little faster. Having another car parked next to where mine normally is, having someone inside, waiting on me? I never imagined there would be a time in my life that I could count on any of it. No one is more surprised than me, that I can now.
The house is quiet when I enter through the side door, but when I listen closely, I can hear the TV playing softly in the living room. It's seven at night when I check the clock, but obviously these two had a rough day. Taking off all my gear and slipping out of my boots, I make my way into the living room, and what greets me puts the biggest smile on my face.
Karina lies on the couch, wrapped up in a blanket, wearing one of my shirts, sleeping so soundly she h
