Chapter 27
The trip comes together with lightning speed.
After pizza with Campbell, Pari calls Abby to let her know that a trip to New Mexico is needed. Abby phones Isabelle, who leaps at the chance for a quick getaway to one of her favorite cities. With minimal planning, Isabelle purchases airline tickets and rents casita resort rooms in the Santa Fe Hills for herself and Pari.
Disguised with tacky, tinted horn-rimmed glasses, a grey wig, and thin layers of figure-hiding sweaters, Isabelle is barely recognizable, seated in first-class and sipping wine during their seven-hour flight. Pari, beside her, plays a video game puzzle involving jewels and hidden Victorian chambers.
"Remember our deal," Isabelle says, speaking in hushed tones. "If anyone approaches and asks me a question, y
