Chapter 17: The Boss of EverythingTumultuous emotions battered me as I shoved clothing into a backpack the following day. I'd taken hours to fall into an unsettled sleep after leaving the men, tossing restlessly until dawn appeared on the horizon. When I'd finally drifted off to sleep, I'd snoozed through until lunchtime, wasting half the day.
I was still furious over the lack of trust being shown by the people I trusted the most. I could see no point in staying, knowing they felt that way. And it would be better if they believed I hated them. I didn't want anyone coming after me. After my behavior, I was reasonably certain Conal would be disliking me right now. I certainly wasn't feeling particularly affectionate towards him.
Nissa sat on her bedroll, watching quietly as I threw clothin
