Judith’s long spiral curls bounced joyfully as she entered the quaint cottage.

“What took you so long?” Judith asked, shaking the few raindrops off of her sweater. “Whose car is in the driveway?”

“I…uh…have guests…from work,” Edith stammered.

Judith raised her eyebrows and looked around.

“Where are they?” She whispered.

Edith opened the back door, making sure the inquisitive Blaze stayed behind her foot.

“Caden? Miles? Asher? ...