Melody
I was finally safe and back with Alex, whom I had missed more than anything. He was sitting next to me and had his arm around my shoulder. He had saved my life and I was never going to forget it.
Mrs. D told me he had succeeded where the police had failed. He sent a team out to look for me nonstop until they found me. Mrs. D also hugged me and told me I stink before ruffling my hair.
“You had us worried, poppet,” she said with red-rimmed eyes. “Charlie and Lottie were beside themselves. They couldn't eat or sleep.” She looked up at Alex. “Thank you again, Mr. Chambers.”
“Melody means more to me than anyone,” he said solemnly, tightening his arm around me. “I will always come for her.”
Mrs. D’s eyes rounded at Alex’s words, but she didn't say anything in response.
“How’s Nancy
