8 Rina “Wait!” I didn’t realize that the words came from me until Kai pauses, turning back to us. “Uh…” my cheeks flush. Why did I say that? “Do you want to stay with us? Me and Rushi and Rose? We could all help each other, we have fresh food and clean water.” He looks slightly tempted at the idea, like he wants to join us. “What do you say?” I ask, extending a hand towards him.
