Bane (41 page)

I took a step back and drew the window sheer down a safe distance from the flame. Turning away, I walked toward my bed. If someone was watching, they’d assume I was exhausted, which I was, and turning in from my day of grieving.

My mom is gone.

Every time I thought about it, my heart shattered a million times more. Now, I had the weight of the truth bearing down on me. I still wasn’t sure if I fully comprehended the consequence of what my decision would entail. The unknown scared me. I was running out of time to decide.

Did I stay or go?

Did I choose to be free or confined?

Did I leave the only place I knew as home?

FOR ALL THE messages and e-mails regarding Bane … thank you! Without them, this story would not have been written. I always tell my family I have the best readers in the world. Thank you for all the love and support you show. It’s immensely appreciated.

To everyone who was part of the process, thank you for all that you did to make this possible. Mad love for each and every one of you guys.

To my editor, Nichole, thanks for putting up with all my many questions and making the story shine. I can’t wait to work with you on our next project.

To my Betas—April, Brandy, Kelly, Maren, Nikola, and Anna, thank you for all your honest feedback. It means the world to me.

To the Korner, thank you for always putting a smile on my face. You guys are amazing and I’m lucky to have you guys in my life.

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