Chapter 123

• Katie stood outside the school, waiting for Lillian. She scanned the parking lot, expecting to see her mother’s familiar car. Instead, she was surprised to see Marcella’s sleek, black sedan. Marcella waved at her, and Katie waved goodbye to Nora before making her way to the car.
• "Hi, Aunt Marcella," Katie greeted as she climbed into the passenger seat.
• "Hello, Katie," Marcella replied with a warm smile. "I thought we could spend some time together today."