“And when I looked back up, she was gone.” Zera finished her narration of things to Aaron, who had sat quietly for the last ten minutes listening.

He got home over an hour ago, and after dinner and helping Zion with his homework, he tucked him into bed before returning to the bedroom. He had noticed her moody state all the while they were in the dining area, despite her attempt to cover it up while they ate. He said nothing, and she knew it was because Zion was at the table with ...