Chapter 25. Let It Rain

“Come on, boss.” He shouted. “Let’s get you guys out of this storm.” Ty and Tanesha got into the back seat of the jeep, both grateful for Mickey’s thoughtfulness. “You didn’t take your usual route boss,” Mickey said as he turned the jeep around. “I’ve been driving around, looking for you guys.”

“Yeah. This is an easier terrain.” Ty responded, turning to look at a shivering Tanesha. “I didn’t want to be too hard on her.” He reached for Tanesha’s tightly clasped hands. Her teeth were actually chattering. 

“We have to use a longer route to get back to the house,” Mickey informed them. “A tree has been ripped from the ground and thrown across the road to the house. This is one shitty storm.”

Ty pulled Tanesha into his arms. He didn’t even think he was helping, as his own clothes were also soaked through just like hers but she clung to him and buried her face against his chest. “I’m so cold.” She breathed shakily against Ty.

Ty drew back and pulled off his