But Eliana said no. She refused. Being with him just made her feel bad. At school, she could attend classes, read books, and chat with classmates. It was way better than staying at home.

Samuel threatened her. "I'm telling you Eli, if you don't come out, I'll come in and get you," he said.

"Whatever," Eliana said dismissively, pushing the phone away from her ear.

Sarah, watching the phone call end, stayed quiet beside her.

In his car at the ...