Chapter 15
Last Chance
Sophia squirrelled away the camping gear Dane told her to take; warm clothing for night time and a sleeping bag. She packed and checked it numerous times. Edgar appeared on Friday night, knocking on her door and forcing her to ram the lot under the bed. “What?” She kept her voice grumpy, hoping he wouldn’t come in and stay.
“I’m working tomorrow,” he said, chewing on his lower lip.
“Congratulations.” Sophia stood and picked up her school shoes, pushing them onto a shelf in the wardrobe. “Do you get a medal or something?”
“Don’t be rude!” Edgar snapped, pushing the door open. “I’m only saying.”
“I don’t care.” Sophia heard the tiredness in her own voice but figured Edgar too embedded in his new addiction to care.
“What are your plans for tomorrow night?” he as
