A Gentle Ride Home

After Ray released Mia, he didn't linger any longer and went directly to Clayton. "Can you walk on your own?"

It was clear to him Clayton had been drinking a lot.

"Yeah."

"Let's go," Ray said.

Clayton stood, then swayed a little. Ray eventually had to assist him and help him to the passenger side of the car as Mia followed behind. While she was considering if she should also get into the car, Ray