Thursday: Restoring Balance
The tension eased as the day wore on. Jas regained more of their strength, and Ivy Mae prepared a simple meal using supplies from the Airbnb’s pantry.
“This vial saved me,” Jas said, holding it up. “Where do you think it came from?”
“Maybe the same place as the journal,” Ivy Mae said. “Whoever stayed here before us wanted to leave something behind for others.”
Roman nodded. “It’s like they knew we’d need it.”
As they sat together, Miracle rested his head on Jas’s lap, and Sleepy Z perched on Ivy Mae’s shoulder, purring contentedly. For the first time in days, they felt a glimmer of peace.