Page 133 of Riot

Star puts an arm around me. “I’ve gotta wait for Nevada. You’ll be safe with Hawk, Tag and Harlem.”

“You’re more than welcome to stay here until Rowley and Nevada get back,” my mom says.

“Thank you.” Star gives her a nod.

Tilly hugs me. “We’ll be right behind you.”

“Thank you for coming.” I smile. “It means a lot.”

I follow the three large men out to a black truck and climb in the back with Cookie. Hawk climbs in behind me.

“Buckle up,” he says, when I don’t reach for the seatbelt.

I think shock’s setting in, because he reaches over and pulls the seatbelt down for me, strapping me in.

“Thanks,” I mutter.Cookie snuggles into my side and I hold him close, kissing the top of his head.

“Girls are beside themselves,” he tells me. I know Hawk isn’t much of a talker, so him making an effort is strangely comforting. “I know, my messenger has been blowing up.” I should really message them back.

“Jas, Deanna and Luna all tried to get in the truck,” Harlem adds, turning around from the front seat. “Main thing is, Riot’s gonna be okay.”

I nod. “That’s all that matters.” I just need to see him now.

After this, we definitely need a vacation.

Jas:

I’m so worried! Plz let us know what’s going on when you can

Jas:

Are you okay?

Luna:

Maybe we need to hire a truck and go to the Parish?

Luna:

That’s not a bad idea. I mean, she has Star and Tilly though, she’s not alone

Indigo:

I don’t like any of this. I thought we’d have a break after all the drama in Mississippi ?? who’s even responsible?

Deanna:

Cash said it was someone from Riot’s past, but didn’t give names

Luna:

Maybe you need to suck his dick harder

Deanna:

Hey, I suck it hard enough, thank you. And you know how they get when they try to keep us out of shit

Jas:

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