because Ruby did get Drew to put my chains on so I could drive in this monstrosity, and I took off. Ordinarily, I favored music of the indie persuasion but today I was basking in silence. I planned out every single move and every word verbatim as if I had a script in my head to read.

If Zias could still hear my thoughts, he would know I am coming but then where would he go? Would he stay? Would he deal with me or would we be still stuck at the same standstill?

A little while later, I arrived to see a soft glow in the front window of the cabin, and judging by the fact Aunt Eliza’s spare vehicle was parked in the front, Ruby knew what she was talking about. My heart leapt with joy and apprehension; I couldn’t believe it. I told myself if I could just see him in person...

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