"So... what now, Allyna? What's your plan?" Jessa asked. Allyna had no choice but to return to her friend's house, where she took a bath before finally going home. Fortunately, Jessa's mother still hadn't returned. Allyna didn't want to explain anything. She was certain the older woman would bombard her with questions, especially if she had seen Tim and Ram. She intended to keep everything from her family as well. She knew nothing good would come from her parents and siblings finding out the truth. Thankfully, Ram had already left by the time she and Tim returned, and he hadn't followed them. Perhaps he had realized that nothing good would come from the three of them crossing paths again. Allyna sat on the edge of Jessa's bed and combed her damp hair. Her mind was still a mess. "I

