They stopped at the Pattersons so Zen could grab some clothes and check with them that it was okay for her to sleep over at Calum’s house. Mrs. Patterson was the only one home and she didn’t see a problem with it.
Zen stuffed some things into her backpack and ran outside to the SUV where Calum was waiting for her. “I’m guessing that means they said yes?” Calum asked hopefully.
“Yeah, they don’t mind.” Zen answered with a smile.
What greeted them when they arrived home made Calum’s eyes practically pop out of his head. There in the driveway was a blue Chevrolet spark with a giant bow on the hood. “No way! You didn’t!” Calum exclaimed.
“Happy Birthday, Kiddo!” His Mother congratulated as she brought the car to a stop. “Sorry it wasn’t here this morning, we weren’t able to get it over her
