Nothing But Ashes

Clara hailed a cab back to the Higgins residence, arriving around nine. Her family was still awake, chatting in the living room. When she walked in, they all stood up.

Noticing everyone's reactions, Clara glanced down at herself. Despite her calm demeanor, after rolling out of Dante's car and getting mud all over herself, she looked quite messy indeed.

"Ran into that nutcase, had a little spat, bu