*Kenna*

Aunt Adelaide was waiting for me when we reached the house. As soon as I was in the door she wrapped me in a big hug. I dropped my bag and leaned into her heavily. I was angry and embarrassed by this entire situation. I didn’t know what to do. Having her here was a huge comfort.

“I’m sorry, I–”

“No, don’t do that,” she said sternly. “You haven’t done anything wrong.” She pulled away from the hug and looked into my face. She ...