A layer of light misty fog coated the streets that early morning, engulfing the noise and bringing silence to the city. It was wet outside, and the cool spring breeze lifted my hair.
From the porch of the McCoys’ house, I recalled the few minutes before now. There was a car on the driveway, but not anymore. With high expectations, I had wanted to get in that car with Julianna, the kids, and Arian. But no. He didn’t allow me, and neither did he allow Ally.
Liara and Andy knew this wasn’t vacation, but though we were all grim, they’d been strong getting in that car. They had held each other’s hands and obediently followed Julianna.
We all had our last hugs, yet it didn’t feel like a goodbye. The pit of my stomach was heavy with sadness as Ally and I watched the car drive out of the neighb
