Elena twisted her body, reluctant. “I’m going to stay with my friend…”
“She’s going to be with her boyfriend. What are you doing tagging along?” Silas said.
Elena thought about it. Mia and Steven were likely having a rare evening alone, and if she acted as a third wheel, it wouldn’t be appropriate. She pouted and finally said, “…Alright, I’ll just watch for a bit.”
Silas had wanted to send someone personally, but Elena refused.
Mia had invited Elena to meet her near the rental for a quick supermarket run. Elena took a cab and got there.
The sky was dim, the evening rush hour underway. Mia wore a light green long-sleeved knit dress, her hair tied up neatly, her usual sharpness replaced by a soft elegance.
“Elena!”
Elena got out of the cab and ran toward her. Mia waved enthusiasticall
