Oh, good Lord.
“Where are you right now, baby?”
“I’m hiding in the closet. I didn’t know what else to do. The glass of water spilled from her hand, and she didn’t move. Her eyes were open, but not like normal.”
“Ben, stay where you are. I’m coming right now, okay? You’re not alone. Just hold on.”
I didn’t log off. I didn’t tell my boss. I just grabbed my bag and ran. Every light turned red. Every second stretched too long. I drove like I could bend time if I pushed the gas hard enough.