8 Ryder told himself he wasn’t doing anything he shouldn’t do. It was innocent. And there was a reason behind it. But he knew that wasn’t the whole truth. He picked up the phone and called Lizzy. He took a deep breath and calmed his nerves. At least he tried to. Lizzy answered on the third ring, sounding out of breath. “Hello?” she said with a question in her voice. “Hi, Lizzy, this is Ryder. Uh, Kylie’s dad.” “Oh, hi Ryder. How are you?” Lizzy asked. “I’m good. Thanks. Uh, I need to ask you something. Actually I need your help. I still haven’t gotten Kylie into a summer program and was wondering where you have Sam going. I know school’s only in session for three more weeks, so I’m really behind, but I guess it snuck up on me. Anyway, I know Kylie will be happier if she can spend the

