Page 250 of No Need to Run
Drew came to my house, uninvited. Wanting answers.
A soft smile curves my lips.
If he didn’t want me to do the same…he wouldn’t have come looking.
I check the camera in his bedroom once more to ensure he’s asleep, then disable it. I use the key I had made to slip inside.
I pause inside the door, listening.
But there’s nothing but the soft, steady rhythm of the house.
The house feels different at night. Softer. Like it isn't waiting for anything anymore.
Like it knows Drew belongs here.
A small green light glows from the keypad by the front door.
Ryker did a nice job.
I move through the kitchen first.
The curtain hangs half an inch lower on one side.
I straighten it automatically.
That’s better.
His laptop sits on the counter, the lid closed. Unplugged.
I connect the charger with practiced ease.
“Silly boy,” I murmur softly. “Forgot to plug it in.”
That’s okay.
I’ll take care of it.
Of him.
I silently move down the hallway to his bedroom.
His door is slightly ajar.
I push it open just enough to slip inside.
Luna sees me immediately. Curled at his feet, she lifts her head, eyes locking on mine.
“Hi,” I whisper.
She doesn’t startle or run. Just studies me for a second, then lowers her head to her paws.
I step closer, crouching slightly to scratch behind her ears. She leans into my touch.
“Worst guard cat ever,” I whisper.
Luna immediately rolls over for belly scratches.
"Completely hopeless."
