Out of Reach

Clara nodded, though she only half-understood.

Lucas didn't stick around. After checking out her designs and feeling relieved, he said, "Alright, I'm heading out. Don't push yourself too hard these next couple of days—rest up and be ready for all the chaos when you return."

"I know, Lucas," Clara answered obediently.

After seeing him out, Clara was about to take a shower when her phone rang. It wa