Shattered Welcome

The car pulled up to the Voss house just after eight o'clock. The porch light was on, throwing long shadows across the front yard. Maya felt her stomach twist as she looked at the familiar brick facade that no longer felt like home.

"Thank you for the ride." Jonah spoke to Sylvie's driver, his voice polite despite the tension in his shoulders.

"Anytime, young man. You both take care now."

They sto