*Mae*
June's words stuck like a force in Mae's head. Suddenly, she felt like she had everything she needed, and nothing was going to stop her. It took all her willpower not to sprint out of the small town toward Henry. April, however, did not look as confident or convinced.
“Are you sure it's Henry and that you are doing the right thing?" April asked as they came closer to the fork in the road.
“April, I know it seems scary, and I know you're worried for me, but I promise I know what I'm doing. It's all going to be okay. I don't think I've ever felt more certain of anything," Mae answered. She wasn't sure if April fully believed her, but she posed no more questions, so Mae didn't continue.
Mae forced herself to stop when they reached the fork, though her legs were still itching for
