Crystal Bailey

“Lucas speeds in front of me and stands in front of Ricky. “We don’t have time for this,” he says and looks into Ricky’s eyes. “You are terrified of the dark. Just looking out the window and seeing the night sky makes you scream uncontrollably.” “Lucas,” I hiss. “Fine. You scream internally.” He turns to Tom, whose eyes are squeezed closed. “And you…you don’t want to hunt anymore. You want to go to college and volunteer.” “Really?” Lucas shrugs. “I thought you’d like this one.” “I…I do. It’s just unexpected.” “I like to surprise you.” Lucas turns away, grinning.”
― Emily Goodwin, Dark of Night