our little moment was interrupted by Lyle when she snorted. “Is it that easy to forgive and move on?” she asked. “It's all possible with love,” I told her with a calm voice. “ so that means you trust us now?” “as long as you don’t lie and keep things away from us, I think we’re good” I saw her smile through the rearview mirror and she settled back into her seat. I looked at Violet one last time and she gave me a small smile before looking away. The rest of the ride was silent until we got back to the house. I went straight to the bedroom to take a shower. After my shower, I grabbed sweatpants and put them on while I sat on the bed. I had a sudden urge to call mama but I dismissed it quickly. Calling her will only make her traceable and I didn’t want that. Whatever it was that was

