It was just a little past six when the knock on the front door came, followed by the low, familiar sound of Grandma Franny’s voice floating through the hallway. I was already dressed and downstairs… still a bit sluggish but grateful to feel human again.
I didn't even know it was possible for a fever to break this fast. The meds the doctor gave me had kicked in fast, and the fever that had flattened me through the morning had mostly passed.
I stood near the archway that separated the living room from the dining area, still trying to decide whether I looked too pale or just naturally tired. When I heard Kyle’s unmistakable laugh, followed by Matt’s excited greeting, I gave up the self-inspection and walked toward the door.
“Evening, Rhodes family!” Kyle called out as he stepped inside wi
