Yes, he quickly replied. Just sprained my ankle hiking. No biggie.?

I grinded my teeth. I hated being so far away from him. I should’ve been there. I should’ve been able to keep him from hurting myself. Derrick always took more chances, more risks when he wasn’t with me. If William hadn’t thrown a hissy fit…

I pushed back my anger to comfort my boyfriend. I’m sorry. How can I make u feel better?

His reply came as no shock to me. Well, u could always tell me what ur up to…

That was code for “sexting.” William wanted me to concoct some sordid tale he could jack off to—that...