"We're back!" I joyfully announce as Caroline opens the door for me.
Rushing inside and ignoring Caroline's word of caution, I make my way towards my bed where Gel is sitting.
My dad is smiling at me and Alyosha is staring at me kindly, however, Gel's expression is dark and ominous.
Did something happen while I was gone? Was I actually right the whole time that Dad and Alyosha are planning behind my back and Caroline is somehow involved in this as well? Is Gel traumatized beyond belief that he won't become my friend anymore?
My beaming smile falters and my steps slow as I near the bed.
"W-what's going on?" I ask, looking around me.
My eyes narrow suspiciously when none of them meet my eyes. Not even Dad.
"I knew it. You said something again to my new friend, didn't you? Daddy, how
