Chapter 19: Wild RidesI'd retreated to the room above the meeting hall an hour ago, needing time alone. The day had been exceedingly hectic, starting with Randy and hot chocolate and ending with visits to the bereaved families. The endless buzz of activity around the city, combined with the endless hum in my mind had brought on another headache and I'd withdrawn from everyone, seeking my own counsel in the little alcove hidden from the world.
An earlier visit to the mess had provided a little cache of snacks. Nonny had taken one look at my shadowed eyes and pale skin and immediately packed a basket of food – a couple of bread rolls, a thermos of chicken soup, a packet of Oreos and half a dozen chocolate bars. I'd brought the stash to my hideaway, sipping the chicken soup while I talked wi
