After a rough case in Atlanta, a sudden storm grounds your flight. You and Alex are stuck in a dimly lit hostel. There’s only one room left. You throw your bag on the extra cot.

Alex laughs quietly.

“Didn’t think I’d end my day in a place like this.”

You rub your face.

“Didn’t think I’d be alive this long.”

She looks over.

“You’re tougher than you think. And smarter than you believe.”