Soldier Mine

Running is the hardest part. I've been praying for years that the feds can throw him in jail.

"Okay. I'll call back in another couple of weeks," I say, disappointed.

"When they move, it'll be quick. Maybe check in every week?" Simon asks. It's not the first time he's brought this up.

"We'll see," I reply. "Thanks, Simon."

"Take care, Claudia."

I hang up with him. I no longer stress over doing something different. It's been a year since The Monster found us, and we've moved four times since then. I've gotten good at disappearing.

It's a skill I wish I didn't have to learn.

My heart is pounding. I take a deep breath and go to the fridge for some ice cream.

It'll be over soon. It has to be. Until then, I can't let down my guard around anyone.