The sound of Lina’s heels clicking away was the sound of a bridge collapsing behind me. I didn't think; I just ran. I pushed past Timi, ignoring the way he reached out for me, and sprinted into the hallway. My chest felt like it was filled with jagged glass.

"Lina! Lina, wait!" I shouted, my voice echoing off the sterile office walls.

She was already at the elevators, stabbing the "down" button with a shaking finger. She didn't turn around, but her shoulders were hunched, vibrating with the ...