Chapter 11Dunja’s small town house was around the corner from the school, across from a bus stop. Katie led Nick through a dozen pathways and shortcuts Nick didn’t know, before pausing at the busy Columbia Street. As they snaked their way through the houses, Katie kept her hand inside his. It had been such a long time since he’d held hands in public so cavalierly, he wondered if he was going to need more practice before his heart stopped racing each time someone glanced at them.
“I like this.” Nick gestured towards their hands. “Remind me more often, okay?”
“Will do. I figured you needed a little push.”
“I’m also unsure what I’m allowed to do. How far—or slow to go.”
Katie’s smile lingered as she squeezed his hand. They stepped into an empty driveway and towards the doorway. “I will an
