Nyrissa had almost made it to her room, but Ryan and Quentin were faster. Ryan grabbed her hand gently to stop her before she disappeared.

Refusing to look at them, Nyrissa stopped and waited. She didn't have to guess where Quentin was. She could feel his eyes on her as much as she felt Ryan's hand wrapped around hers.

"Nyrissa. Baby, please talk to us. Whatever has upset you, we can work it out together. Let us help you!" Ryan pleaded with her.

The little sniffle she ...