11
Celebrity
‘Do you think Theresa will have any paracetamol?’ Valerie asked, rubbing her head.
‘I could go and ask. If not, there might be a shop open. I’m sure we passed a general store last night.’
Valerie grimaced. ‘Could you, dear? I’ll sit here and vegetate in front of the television, if that’s all right by you.’
Lucy couldn’t help but smile. Aware she had to keep an eye on her mother, she had taken it easy on the drink last night, and now found her mother’s discomfort of great amusement. ‘Hot chocolates tonight, hey?’
Valerie forced a smile. ‘Sounds perfect. And an early night.’
Lucy left her mother to her hangover and headed out. No one answered when she knocked on Theresa’s door, so she headed straight up the lane to the high street. In daylight, with a bright sun shining o
