- Amy," Cole said to me as we walked outside, saying goodbye to the shopkeeper. - I think we're going to have to take a little trip soon. But that's still in question. Perhaps we could settle things here.
The midday sun was blinding. The morning freshness was gone, replaced by heat.
- Is this mark that dangerous? Even at this distance from Kane? - I dared to ask.
- Most likely. We'll pack tonight, just in case. We have to be ready for anything.
Just when I thought things were starting to settle down, that this trip was looming ahead of us. But maybe we won't have to go anywhere yet. I sure hope not.
- By the way, Cole, how was your night? Did you have to-- You know," I asked, not sure how to phrase it.
- Handle it? No," my husband replied nonchalantly. - Everything was calm.
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