Chapter 6: Getting to Know Each Other

Ezra felt restless so he drove fast to get back to his place. He didn’t know where Shannon would be at that moment but the only place he could think of was his place. He wasn’t planning on going home that evening but as soon as he read Noah’s message, his mind was racing with thoughts of Shannon and her safety.

How could he be so cold? He should've listened to his instincts, but past experiences had taught him to be wary of those around him. Yet, this time, he had misjudged. He had made a terrible mistake, one that could cost someone their life, and the thought sickened him. He felt awful knowing he had treated her as if she were disposable, like a mere hook-up, taking her virginity and then tossing her out without a second thought. It made him feel like a heartless jerk for taking advantage of her in such a way.

The rain had stopped and the night was cold an