32. Abomination
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Dad looks at me expectedly and I swallow hard. It wouldn’t create a problem.
Right?
“It’s-its a,” I stammer, as I weigh the pros and cons of so-called breach of contract.
How will I explain that Mikolaj wants it a secret?
The car door opens, and mom hops into the driving seat.
“Oh f**k Garrett. We are not buying this cursed house. Give me the key.”
Wait what?
“What happened?” Dad asks.
She turns, her expression is bewildered.
“I asked the agent to show me the basement-” She shakes her head. “I am sure I saw a Devil’s door.”
I stare at her, confused. Then it clicks and I sigh.
Mom is superstitious as hell. It’s super easy to spook her.
“Mom! Relax.” I squeeze her shoulder.
Dad gets out and opens her door. “You are not driving like this.”
Mom nods and
