*Gemma*
Seri led us out a back door to a narrow alley that Kael barely fit into. We walked sideways crab-style to the corner where she peered down each way. She waved her hand to follow, and we darted across a small street to the next narrow alleyway.
“I'm really sick of alleys," Kael muttered.
“I'm sick of doors," I added.
We froze when we heard Epsilon shouting and banging on doors. Each knock made me wince, bringing a flash of memory of Hazelstone.
Kael was behind me. When he touched my shoulder, I flinched and nearly slammed my head into the wall. “Are you okay?"
“I'm fine."
Then all of a sudden we were back on the outskirts of Dust. Directly ahead, Ferio was waving from our stolen car. I could've wept with joy. I took Raisa's hand, and we sprinted full speed to it, not hesitat
