Chapter TwentyA friend from school came over to spend the evening with Sandra, and Paul invited Evelyn out for dinner and a movie. The friend's parents knew about Sandra's police protection. That concerned them. It concerned them a lot. But they crossed their fingers and, after a long heart-to-heart with the policeman, they let their daughter go.
“How is she holding up?” Paul asked as he opened the car door for Evelyn.
“Great, under the circumstances. With her mother coming back tomorrow, she should feel a little better,” Evelyn said, sliding into her seat and fastening her seat belt.
“I'm glad to hear that.” He closed the door and got in on the driver's side.
“You know, having her here both hurts and helps at the same time. I'm glad I can be here for her, but just thinking about what
