- LOOP HOLES
Sophie’s voice echoed and still rang in Tessa’s ears long after she left the office. The confrontation had been brief but intense — Sophie threw her weight around, as usual, she always warned Tessa not to get “too comfortable” in her brother’s company, Tessa stood her ground in that moment but as she made her way to the hospital that evening, her chest still felt tight from the encounter.
The ride was quiet. She stared out the car window, the city lights shining so bright above her, her mind replaying all her discussions with Sophie, and still in disbelief when she’d pushed back. It was one of the smallest victories she had so far, but in Blake’s world, even small victories are meant to be recognized.
Upon her arrival to the hospital, the familiar antiseptic scent filled
