Chapter Nineteen
THE WOMEN EVENTUALLY moved on to other subjects before leaving Carla. They walked to their cars, and Posy said sadly, “What a tragedy. But Jenna is in such good hands with Carla. She seems really smart and caring.”
Meadow said, “She is. But it sure shouldn’t have to be this way.” She glanced over at Beatrice. “What are you doing for the rest of the day?”
Beatrice said, “I think I should check in with Wyatt and see what he’s juggling. Can you drop me back off at the house?”
“Sure. I’m going to see if Piper needs anything,” said Meadow. “It makes me happy to think that I can help her out.”
Beatrice decided that she should text Piper and encourage her to find something, anything for Meadow to do . . . as a kindness.
When Beatrice returned home, Wyatt looked relieved to
