Chapter 109

That seemed to be the only similarity between the two reactions.

The doctor noted this down in the medical record and said, “Perhaps that’s the reason. It’s fine to continue stimulating her this way, but don’t do it for too long. Keep an eye on her condition when you play the tapes, and notify us immediately if there’s any reaction.”

“Alright, thanks” Celeste said.

After the doctor left, Celeste took a close look at the cassette.

The tape was pretty old, and most of the words on it were blurred.

“Do you remember which tape was playing last time my mom had a reaction? Celeste asked.

“I really can’t remember, but I do recall the tune. Let me hum it for you,” Elaine said.

Celeste was eager to hear it.

she quickly asked, “Did you recognize it? I remember this

Celeste remained silent.

couple of notes, and they didn’t seem to be in tune

Celeste had listened to most of these tapes, but she couldn’t

about her sense of pitch, Celeste said, “I don’t think I’ve heard this

“Maybe I didn’t hum it well

the table and turned to Elaine, “From now on, play these tapes in order and see which ones my mon reacts to. Then focus on those.”

“Sure.” Elain said

bed Elaine got for her. The hard folding bed made her bones ache all over.

morning, she got up before the sky was fully lit

Elaine, gave her some instructions, and then took a cab. Her phone wasn’t working, so

it was just past six o’clock.

be out shopping for groceries. As expected, there was no one in the living room when

containing the gown on the couch,

her throat was dry when she woke up. Celeste took a bottle of water from the fridge, and took a big gulp. She closed the fridge, only to find herself face to face with Liam’s

startled, and the water in her mouth sprayed out, choking her and

you make any noise when you

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