The Uber driver stopped in a desolate area. We got out and walked a few blocks down the street. Noelle walked beside me silently, her presence grounding me as my thoughts swirled like a storm.
It wasn’t long before we reached an old cabin hidden between the trees. It was the perfect hideaway from the world.
“Here,” Noelle said, pushing open the door. “You can stay here until you feel strong enough to face your fears again. I’ll bring you supplies and keep you company when I can.”
“Thanks,” I muttered, sitting down on a worn-out couch next to the door. My body felt heavy, drained from the emotional rollercoaster I had been on.
Noelle sat beside me, gazing softly. “I know you’re hurting, Kimberly. And I know it feels like the world is falling apart right now, but you’re stronger than thi
