Two weeks later
Kenzie has finally stopped freezing me out. Maybe Mia’s idea of the pictures helped, but Mackenzie hasn’t commented on it. It could also be that I followed James’ lead and kept pushing for a conversation, showing her I was not leaving her this time. Whatever did the trick, I don’t care; I’m just happy she’s finally talking to me again. Elias has been showing me more affection, giving me hugs when I arrive and leave for visits.
I arrive at Mia’s on time after picking Kira up from school on a Wednesday. “Hello,” I called as we entered the house.
“Hey,” Mia smiles as Mackenzie rushes past me to put her homework away in her backpack, as always.
“How is everyone doing?” I wonder as Kira hurries downstairs to find Eli.
“We’re doing well, thank you.”
“Where’s James?” I ask,
