Despite her nerves, Katelina eventually drifted into a fitful sleep, complete with nightmares. Sarah glared at her accusingly, and reminded her that she'd never get to bring a new guy home. It could so easily have been the other way around.

The next evening, Katelina climbed from bed in the heavy pre-twilight, her eyes puffy and sore. She caught up her clothes and toiletries, and headed to the bathroom to take her delayed shower. The door wouldn't open all the way because ...