MAXINE

It started to rain.

The rain fell lightly at first, with just a few drops hitting the ground. I barely noticed, my mind was laser-focused on the path ahead. I kept running through the plan Ronan had laid out for me. I led them down paths and through narrow streets until we reached the clearing where the safe house was supposed to be.

I paused, turning back to them. “We’re here,” I said.

Jahrek nodded, gesturing for the others to follow him. “Alright, let’s get inside ...