Dinner was a simple affair for Katrina, Hershey, and Tonio. Katrina fought the urge to bring food to Algin, much less check what he was doing. She had convinced herself to keep busy and avoid him at all costs. She couldn't risk having breakfast with him again—or even seeing him.
After Hershey and Tonio left late that night, Katrina lay awake. Sleep eluded her, and by one in the morning, she was preparing her duffel bag. She planned to go running at dawn and return by noon, ensuring she’d be back while Algin was at school. She even decided to leave her lights off so he’d think she wasn’t home.
As the sky began to lighten, Katrina stepped out in her jogging pants, jacket, and running shoes. Just as she reached the gate, Algin appeared, blocking her way.
Her heart skipped a beat. "What are
