His words held a hidden implication. Melissa glanced at him again.

Marcus averted his gaze and courteously opened the door for Melissa.

She bid farewell to Jessie and climbed into the car.

Melissa settled into the car, only then realizing that Kiana was also present.

Kiana sat in the car seat, clutching a piece of bread. Upon Melissas arrival, she softly called out, Mommy.

Marcus joined them in the car. As he secured his seat belt, Melissa considered moving to the back seat.

He tenderly grasped Melissas hand. Shes safe in the car seat. il drive slowly.

without further

Are you aware of Mrs. Wastons death? Marcus kept his attention on the

my father called. He figured you would be going, so he

Melissa didnt say anything.

initiated the topic. Why the silence? Melissa cast her eyes

there was little to discuss. Despite Daisy and

Daisys animosity towards Melissa due to Jessie strained

They were hardly close.

thoughts, a fact not lost

was aware of my plans to fetch

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