With Broken Legs And

“What’s wrong?” Nya asked, noticing the hidden worry on her brother’s face. Kai shook his head. “Nothing.”“Liar.” Nya said, hands on her hips. She moved in front of him, blocking him from going any further. “I’m making sure we don’t go anywhere until you tell me what’s wrong.”Again, Kai noticed the same guy from the corner of his eye, and he leaned down to Nya’s height and whispered, “I think someone’s following us.”Nya’s eyes widened, but other than that, she showed no sign of fear or worry. She simply nodded, took Kai’s hand, and continued down the street, skipping along like she was still unaware of the situation.As the two headed into the wood–like area that was the fastest route to home, Kai practically felt someone breathing down his neck. He squeezed Nya’s hand tighter, fear coursing through his body, but he didn’t let it show.“Nya,” he whispered. “When I let go of your hand, I want you to run, okay?”Nya didn’t respond, but simply squeezed his hand tighter in affirmation, and Kai felt a presence—the presence, creeping closer.He let go of Nya’s hand.