OWAIN LUTHER
The second we pulled into the driveway, she was out of the car before I’d even stopped, the door swinging wide open behind her. That was how serious it was. There wasn't a pause, and not even a glance back.
Whatever had her this shaken, I just hoped it wasn’t going to end up being about Nathan.
I killed the engine and followed her in. She was already wrapped in Victoria’s arms when I stepped inside. They hugged tightly for a few seconds before Victoria cupped Karima’s face with trembling hands.
"I’m sorry, Karima, for dragging you here when you were probably busy," she said, tears already glassing her eyes. "I just thought you were the best person I could call."
I stood by the door, like someone had told me not to trespass any further.
"It’s fine. I’m glad you called. Ho
