“Well that went well,” Magnus said. “Our ticket to freedom is leaving for freedom of her own.” “Don’t be a sourpuss. We’ll find another ticket,” Ellie said, folding her arms across her chest. The cool sea breeze mussed her hair. Magnus pushed a few strands behind her ear. “Come,” he said. “Let us get you some place warm.” They snuck back to camp, taking the long way around and enjoying the view of the stars along the way. While Ellie seemed to be enamored with the stars above, Magnus was focused on another celestial beauty. “What is happening between us?” he asked. “Hmm?” Her mind was elsewhere but was brought back to reality with his worried expression. “What do you mean?” “I just want to know what you think of us. If I should just work with you until we solve this murder or if there could be something more.”
