When I woke again, I was alone. They'd visited once when I was first admitted, but after that, it was just the nurses tending to me, changing bandages, bringing food. They didn't come back. I knew they were too busy fawning over Chloe and her pup, basking in their perfect pack life. I didn't care to interrupt. I'd be gone soon anyway.
Right before discharge, a nurse handed me a letter. It was from old friends at the local dance troupe, their words dripping with nostalgia. I was leaving Belmor Town for good, no coming back. The least I could do was say goodbye.
On discharge day, I packed my things, handled the paperwork solo, and dropped my bags at home before heading to the troupe. The second I stepped into the hall, laughter hit me, and a familiar voice froze my blood.
There was Chloe,
