#Chapter 209- Support Systems

Fiona “You have a visitor,” Ethan calls from the living room. I pull my shirt over my head and poke my head out of his bedroom. When I don’t see anyone, I look at him. “Ryan just linked me and said Sophie is here,” he explains. I slip my feet into my shoes that are by the door. “Woah, she’s on her way up. You don’t have to go anywhere.” I wonder if he told Sophie to come up since I’m still a bit wary of going outside. After the run in with Ethan’s mother, the rogues, and the protestors, I just feel like staying in for a bit would be a good idea. Ethan didn’t disagree, but did say that I shouldn’t let it keep me from having fun, and I think I agree. I don’t want people to think I’m a pushover, and I want to support Ethan. Hiding away won’t accomplish either of those things, so I turn to Ethan and smile. “I’ll meet her downstairs, and we can hang out in the common area,” I tell him, knowing he’ll relay the message. “Do you want to come?” “Sorry, I’ve got some work to do. I’ll