Elijah shushed her and told her to come outside. “I need to tell you something. Miss Singed, but only you. Keep this a secret from your parents.”

“What is it?” Ruka felt her heart sink for some reason. “Mr. Husson was ambushed last night. A bullet hit him, and he’s in the hospital now,” Elijah said.

Ruka felt herself wobble. She covered her mouth, and tears welled up in her eyes. With a trembling voice, she asked, “Is he in danger?”

He quickly assured her, “Don’t worry. He’s not in any danger, but the loss of blood did weaken him a little. He needs someone to tend to him, and I think you’re perfect for the job.”

“Okay. I’ll pack up right away.” She went back into the house. Elijah heaved a sigh of relief. I hope Mr. Husson won’t yell at me when he sees her.

and told her mother. “Mom. Ren wants me to

smiled. Ah, kids and their relationship. She felt happy that

them or not was fine. Ten minutes

her luggage in the backseat, and

the tale. Tears were welling up in her eyes again, but

fine, she couldn’t calm down until she saw him herself. She wished time would go faster so

hospital, Ruka went ahead of Elijah. She was running, while Elijah was chasing

Singed. It’s alright.” He was wheezing like

She took the luggage from him apologetically. “Sorry, Elijah. I was really nervous. I forgot

cracked

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