I ran until I hit the park and my lungs were burning, then I slowed to a stop. I lean forward and put my hands on my knees and suck in deep breaths. Trying to calm my racing heart. I heard Trent's broken voice as he told my mum and Dean that they had done enough. I squeezed my eyes shut and stood up, then looked around and took in the familiar scene of the park I had grown up playing in. I was thirsty, my throat dry. Looking to the left, I see the row of shops across the street from the park and start to walk slowly that way. My legs felt like jelly. I hardly ever run anymore, not since going to college. I didn't really have time, so now my body was feeling it.
Stepping across the street, I heard my name being called and looked to see Maria, a lovely woman I had known my whole life. She
