Chapter 41

The storage centerwas only a few miles from St. Ann's and mercifully, traffic was moving now that rush hour was over. Dana pulled up to the gate and punched in the code: Claire's birth date.

They drove through the quiet parking lot and pulled up to her unit.

This was the first time Claire was seeing it.

Dana and Jake packed up her belongings when she was in rehab. She stared at the small blue door. It was strangely depressing realizing her life could fit in a five-by-five space.

Dr. Dvita's words came to her unbidden. Depression takes what you let it.

Claire pushed back against her crushing thoughts and got out of the car. When she saw Dana following, she stopped her. "You don't need to come in with me."

"I know. But I'd like to."

Claire shook her head. "Dana, trust goes both ways. Let's start here."