Chapter 9

The next morning, Jack Cheney returned to his usual routine, just as attentive to Lily Quinn as he had been when she first arrived. He prepared everything she might need—meals, clothes, and little comforts—before heading off to work. Meanwhile, Sarah Quinn had been given special leave to stay home and pack for her upcoming volunteer teaching assignment in the Everglades. In just two days, she would leave with the group. For now, the house was unusually quiet, with only Sarah and Lily left...