RYDER

In my dream, I see Aria standing in the middle of a field, back facing me.

The sight of her takes my breath away.

I say her name but for some reason, no sound is coming out of my mouth. I take a few steps toward her, keeping my eyes directly on her. Someone comes up behind her, grabbing my attention.

Ray Laws.

My heart turns to stone in my chest. I start running toward her as fast as my legs can carry me but I might as well be jogging in the same place. I watch as he approaches ...