I entered Elisha’s room and saw her talking and laughing with a familiar guy. It was Max. “Hey!” he greeted me with a broad smile. The man was tall and handsome and had a powerful demeanor. Despite his silly behavior with the girls, I remember when Elisha told me how sweet Max was.
I didn’t have a chance to speak with Max during Gideon’s birthday. He seemed nice, plus I was still astounded to know he was Kyle’s friend and didn’t have any second thoughts about punishing him.
“Hey! Hello, Nana! Hey, Girl!” I smiled back at him before looking at Elisha and Nana.
“Hi, Sophie! Where is Sammy?” Nana asked as she stood up to help me.
“He’s still sleeping, Nana,” I answered, “I got your food!” I sing-sang, showing Elisha the bags.
Elisha gasped and stared at my right hand, holding the ic
