Later that afternoon, I'm still feeling restless and on edge.
I am dreading the conversation with Ethan that is inevitably coming after our kiss earlier today. But if I'm being completely honest, it's guilt that's clawing at my insides, threatening to rip me to shreds.
I feel responsible for the Omega girl and whatever happened to her.
Goddess, please let her be alive. Let her be alive.
It's already late afternoon when I hear a knock on the door. My heart jolts at the sound, anticipating Ethan, but as I jump up from my bed to open the door, I can hear two voices calling my name.
Ben and Mia. I smile in earnest for the first time since last night.
Ben's cheeky grin is in full force, while Mia's curious eyes dart around, taking in the atmosphere.
"Where did you vanish to during t
