Ryan

The past 3 days have been hectic. Partly because I haven't really been able to see my mate. I feel that giving her the space she needs may amplify the chances of her actually thinking everything through. I don't want her to feel like I'm coercing her into anything. I want her to be comfortable with me. I want her to trust me. I wanted to know that I couldn't do anything to hurt her. Just the thought of that drives me to insanity.

On the other hand, I know that my father knows more than he's letting on. He's afraid of that intruder. I believe he has a...