We could feel the tension between us as we drove home, a tangible reminder of the contradictory feelings whirling around inside each of us.
Cole turned to face Ethan, his eyes beseeching for comfort, and his voice rang out in the quiet. "Ethan, while I understand Ava needed this time, is it prudent for us to sleep while our adversaries advance? Being taken by surprise is not something we can afford.
As Ethan thought about Cole's comments, his brow furrowed in contemplation, the weight of our situation clear in his worried look. "I get your worries, Cole," he said, his voice a little unsure. Ava needs this time, though. I miss my house as well.
His revelation was a sobering reminder of the costs we had all incurred in the name of our goal. But as much as I wanted to go home, I couldn't g
