Early the following day, Gloria was awakened from her slumber by knocking.

"Who is it?" she asked groggily.

Since becoming pregnant, she'd become quite the sleepyhead and particularly grumpy when woken up.

"Ms. Lorenz, Mrs. Lorenz asked me to inform you that your sister has returned."

Gloria instantly snapped awake, glancing at the wall clock - only 7:30.

Throwing on a jacket, she frowned and opened the door.

Caroline heard movement and looked up toward ...