Back in Grayson, Jace and Eva finally arrived at the apartment. The city streets were still buzzing outside, but once the door shut behind them, the familiar quiet returned.
Jace glanced around, his eyes searching for Serai. The living room was empty.
From the kitchen came the faint sound of the TV and the clink of utensils. When he stepped in, he found her standing there, staring into the cupboards.
"Hey, you okay?" Jace asked.
She turned her head toward him. Her English was still stiff, her voice uncertain. "Food. I'm hungry."
Jace rubbed the back of his neck. "Oh. Don't worry, I'll help you out in a bit."
Leaving her to it, he followed Eva down the hall. She was in his room, already pulling clothes out of a small bag she'd brought with her.
Jace leaned against the doorway. "What are you doing?"
