“Okay,” Lavinia walked through the park beside Casey in a flowing black dress, “I probably won’t be with you the entire time. If someone tries to do anything that you don’t want, come find me.”

She looked at Casey and smiled. Her makeup was stunning and reminded Casey of an owl. “If you can’t stand near me, stay where I can see you. I don’t want to cause a scene, not here.”

She softened. “Just…tell anyone that makes you uncomfortable that ...