Allie
“Penny,” I said, knocking gently on the door. I listened for any signs of movement but heard nothing.
“It’s ok. It’s just me. I sent the boys away,” I tried. I heard some rustling around this time, and then the sound of the lock turning. The door opened up just a crack.
“It’s just you?” she whispered, making sure I was alone.
“Yeah, just me. Can I come in?” I asked. The door opened up a little more.
“Ok,” she said nervously, and opened the door only enough for me to squeeze through. Once I was in, she closed the door immediately behind me and locked it again. This wasn’t good. She looked pale and had shadows under her eyes. It looked like she hadn’t slept much, and she was still wearing the sundress I gave her to wear.
“What’s going on?” I asked her, slowly walking towards he
