An honest mistake...

Helena's POV

The moment Xander mentioned leaving, her paranoia set in and she remembered that she was being pursued.

She was going to be alone again.

"I've left some money next to the bed. Use whatever you need, " he instructed but she couldn't hear him. Her mind was already contemplating her next move. Remain hidden, protect yourself and find Tithen as quickly as possible.

As he drove off, disappearing at the bend, Helena realized just how relaxed she had become. His company was important, not because she needed his protection but just him being there with her made a difference.

She finished with her laundry then with one swing, threw out the soapy dirty water that was in the bucket. Her hands felt cold and clammy so she carelessly wiped them against her thighs using her trousers.

For a moment, she noticed just how much the cabin had been transformed. Xander had added one of those portable toilets outside and she could see six solar panels on the roof. The yard had also been swe