title: Sarla in the Sky (Simple Stories, Level 3)
author: Anjali Joshi
description: Anjali has loved reading for as long as she can remember. Between the covers of books, she has gotten lost in magical worlds, befriended fictional characters, and been a part of epic journeys. As an educator, writer, and mother, Anjali's goal is to foster the love of reading and learning in the next generation. She is passionate about bringing diversity to children's literature and sharing stories of India's rich culture with our littlest adventurers.
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  “CAN…CAN YOU COME BACK?”
  
  
  Trace looked at her suddenly, the fierceness of his black eyes making Ashla’s
  breath catch in her throat.
  
  
  How was it that he knew just how difficult these questions she asked were for
  her? She was ashamed of herself for her fear of being alone.
  
  
  Trace had taken two strides toward her before he realized he was moving and
  drew himself to a halt. He closed his eyes briefly, his hands gripping into
  tight fists as he struggled for control—and to take in a deeper breath so he
  could get beyond the lilac scent of her body wash and reach the purity of
  nature.
  
  
  “Can you?” she asked more softly this time, taking a step that all but closed
  the remaining distance between them. After all, he had moved first. He had
  broken his own barrier.
  
  
  “I shouldn’t,” he whispered.
  
  
  Also by Jacquelyn Frank
  
  
  The Nightwal