Chapter Fifty-FiveSea Scope: Twenty years ago
Jennifer dragged herself out of bed. Even though her body ached from the heavy crying she'd done the night before, she felt amazingly light, as if a weight had been lifted off her. It was over. The years of hiding, protecting Glen and Sarah, drowning herself in self-pity were gone. She showered and dressed quickly. She hoped she hadn't missed Michael. She wanted to say goodbye to him. He was the reason for her new freedom.
Breakfast was almost over by the time she arrived. Julie was at the sink doing dishes. She wondered where Wanda was and then remembered the housekeeper must've taken her daughter to Bible school.
“Good morning, Julie. Is everyone gone? Did Michael leave already?”
“Hi, Jennifer.” Her sister-in-law looked surprised to see h
