Chapter 128 The Choices We Make

• Daniel’s POV
• I always saw myself as someone who is clear about his preferences. I find decisions to be simple. But tonight when I sit by the fire, everything feels as though it is smothering me. With her face difficult to see, Lena sits on the other side of the fire and stares blankly into the woods. The others are asleep; she and I don't have anytime soon for sleep.
• I want to find out what she is thinking so that I may somehow organize all that has transpired. But by now I know her well enough to spot her lost in contemplation. She is a mystery I now find great appeal. And tonight she seems to be bearing the same kind of weight I am.