I felt awkward about driving uninvited to Hadley's apartment, not really sure of how to talk to her. Hadley's car was parked in the front lot, signalling that she was hopefully home. I hated to think that Atheson could possibly be inside with her, hoping that he was actually at work where he was supposed to be so that I wouldn't have to deal with the awkwardness of seeing him again. Luckily it was just Hadley at home, looking confused as she opened the door to me but invited me inside anyhow. She was in the process of making what looked like butter tarts and squares, apparently preparing for a bake sale where they were raising money for the May 24th weekend party that was held every year in the fairgrounds. She offered me a glass of wine, which she already had one prepared for herself, but
