Maya’s POV
My phone rang just as I was about to shower. I almost ignored it… almost. Then I saw the name. Celeste. I answered right away.
“What’s wrong?” I asked.
Her breathing was too fast.
“I’m home,” she said. “But something feels off.”
I didn’t bother asking unnecessary questions.
“What exactly?” I said, already reaching for my keys.
“I don’t know,” she said. “Everything looks normal, but it just doesn’t feel right.”
That was enough.
“Lock your door now” I told her.
There was a pause, then I heard the faint click.
“Good. Stay inside. I’m coming.”
“No,” she said quickly. “I don’t want to be here,” she added, her voice low. “I don’t feel safe.”
That told me plenty.
“Then come over to my house,” I said without hesitation. “Don’t wait. Leave right now.”
“I’m serious,” I sai
