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Much to Zoe’s dismay, Evan left soon after that, once Luz had given him the information about the CopperWynd resort where he’d be staying, along with directions. Now that the prima had accomplished her goal of making certain that her vulnerable niece and the McAllister warlock wouldn’t be sleeping under the same roof, she departed as well, saying that she needed to get home. Zoe had given her a hug goodbye, because she knew if she didn’t, Aunt Luz would know something was up, but Zoe wasn’t feeling very affectionate right then.
Her parents ordered takeout from her favorite Chinese restaurant, clearly hoping that would cheer her up, but she was in no mood to be cheered. She ate her egg drop soup but picked at the lemon chicken, then announced she was tired and wanted to go to bed. Neith
