By the time Ashton and Kayden arrived back upstairs with dinner, I was sitting by my open balcony doors, breathing in the rainy air. The lightening and thunder tore across the sky. Hannah was sitting next to me, accompanying me with her silence. I asked to keep the window open, feeling less suffocated with the cold breeze. Kayden attempted to make small talk, encouraging me to eat. I couldn't stomach much, but I knew they would never leave if I didn't, so I forced myself to consume a small portion. After dinner, Hannah dismissed herself, leaving me in the very predicament I was avoiding today, which is why I was in the stables. I stayed by my open window, knees pulled up to my chest. I wanted to be alone, but being alone is when I get in the most trouble. "Kennah?" Kay

