~ JESSICA ~
The sun was rising when we finally left the café, casting a yellow glow over the small town. Jack insisted we find a*****e to get new phones and some essentials for the journey. I was hesitant, but he assured me everything was going to be fine. Besides, he was right; we needed a way to connect with Bonnie and stay updated with current information. After a few minutes of driving, we found a quaint little store nestled between two larger buildings. It had an old-world charm, the kind of place where the shopkeeper still knew most of their customers by name.
Inside, Jack was methodical, almost military, in his efficiency. He picked up two new phones, some basic yet durable clothing, and enough food supplies to last us the three-day journey. Canned goods, dried fruits, and jerky f
