Chapter 31: Refugees

Everyone's eyes shot over to Misty. She shifted under their scrutiny, uncomfortable at suddenly being the center of their attention.

"Misty!" Sheena was the first to jump up from her seat and rush over to her. She gave her a quick hug before spinning her awkwardly around as she checked to make sure nothing had happened during her ordeal. "You seemed to have recovered nicely."

Jay was right behind his mother and Kason wasn't far off. Misty could see the worry in their eyes, and she could feel her heart go soft for them. She may not know them very well, but these men obviously cared for her.

"I am fine, now." Jay reached out for Misty's hand and guided her over to her seat while Kason followed behind her, his hand in the small of her back. Jay's mothers couldn't help but notice the intimacy and looked at each other in bewilderment. Jay, seeing their confusion, sat next to Misty and gestured to Kason.