Fiona “Pick up. Pick up. Pick up,” I mutter as the phone rings. My eyes bounce to the clock, and I curse. If Ryan doesn’t answer, I’m going to hit him the next time I see him. “Fiona, is something wrong?” “Yes! Why didn’t you answer sooner?!” I hiss, glancing at the door. I’m not sure if Ethan’s father will come back, so I stay close to the closet. He seemed like he was done talking, but there’s always a chance. “What is it? Are you okay? Did something—” “Ethan’s dad was here, but don’t worry. I hid in the closet, so he didn’t see me, though, I don’t know if he heard me. He came and was saying some ridiculous things about Ethan being weak and that he shouldn’t have been in the challenges if he’s so weak, and—” “Fiona!” I pause, sucking in a big breath and gasping. “Are you abs

