“You should sit,” Reesa said finally. For a few minutes, she, Myko, and Daniela had done nothing but stare at each other as the storm outside gained strength.

Almost mechanically, Daniela moved to a nearby rocking chair.

“I’ll give you some privacy,” Reesa said, speaking in a manner that was purposefully more forceful than usual. She was trying to drown her mind’s chatter.

Myko frowned, but whether he supported or opposed this plan remained ...