Chapter 59

Marisol forces a smile, almost trembling with the need to keep moving as she answers, “Just going for a walk,” she struggles to keep her tone casual despite the tension coiled in her chest. “Need to clear my head.”

Lily nodded, though she still looked unconvinced. “Alright, well, be careful out there,”

“I will.” Marisol murmured, with a nod of her own. She made to continue on her way when Lily spoke again, sounding hesitant.

“Do you… maybe want to meet up with Maya?” She offers, sensing Marisol’s unsettled state, “I could mindlink her to find you.”

Marisol shook her head with a small smile, genuinely appreciative of the gesture, “That’s okay, I’m not planning to spend a lot of time outside. It’s just a walk. I’ll be back as soon as my head feels lighter.”

“Oh.” Lily mutters, supporting the grocery bag with her free hand before adding quietly, “Okay then. Be safe.”

Marisol nods in acknowledgment before she is finally allowed to continue on her way.