Chapter 13

On the morning of my departure, Daniel sent me another message. [If you change your mind, I can drive you there right away.] I didn't reply. I pulled my suitcase into the train station and sent my itinerary to the contact designated by my doctor before my ticket was checked. As the train left the city on schedule, I leaned against the window and watched the familiar streets slowly recede behind me. No one asked why I had chosen this train. No one demanded that I change seats, adjust my plans,...