I was desperate for comfort but unsure where to find it.
“Do you want me to stay with you?” he asked.
I shook my head.
“My door isn’t locked, Clarke.” The words wove into my hair. “I’m just down the hall. Number fourteen. Do you understand?”
I understood, but I unwound my arms and stepped out of the circle of his. I wouldn’t be in this town for long. I intended to leave it without bringing anyone with me. I would do only what was necessary, only what I must. And then I’d be gone.
Both Nina Clarke and Nina Harrow would cease to exist.
“There’s a meeting with Margarite in the morning,” he said. “I’ll see you then.”
I nodded, not asking how he knew I’d be in attendance. My chest filled with air I could not expel.
“I’ve missed you,” he said, looking at me before he closed the door.
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