**DAN'S POV**

I couldn't help looking over at Val's corner. She seemed like she was really working herself up.

I didn't want to disturb her, so I let her be until work hours were over.

I got to the company's parking lot and waited for her so I could give her a ride home.

"How are you feeling?"

I was concerned.

She said nothing, just took her drugs. I handed her a bottle of water.

"Thanks," she said. She swallowed the pills and took another drink from the bottle.

I looked at her, then back at the road as I drove. I found it hard to concentrate.

"If you're really...