Space

SADIE

I got ready and called Devin to prepare the car.

I walked into the library, and Cenric was in a phone conversation. “Just keep me posted. I awe you big time.”

“Can we talk?” I started.

After noticing me in an outfit and a bag in my hand, he gestured for me to sit. “You don’t have to ask. Going somewhere?”

I forced a smile. “I need space.”

“Excuse me?” Judging by the look on his face, he wasn’t expecting it, but somehow, he understood.

I’d ...