Incessant vibrations from Liberty’s backpack interrupt my conversation with Stan. I pull Madison’s cell phone from the outside pocket. Cameron’s name lights the screen.

“Hello,” I answer.

“Hamilton?” Cameron’s voice greets. “Is Madison there?”

I excuse myself from Stan and head toward the hall. “She’s with Libby in the restroom. We’re at a function. Can I have her call you back on our way home?”

As I emerge from the room, Cameron ...