Today was smooth sailing. Natalie successfully signed the contract and received news of Mrs. Brooks’ arrest. By the time she returned home, her mood was light and content. Ethan hadn’t contacted her all day, and she wasn’t about to be the one to reach out to him.
She removed her makeup, put on a face mask, and picked a movie to watch. As she casually scrolled through her phone, Lauren, still recovering from the shock of yesterday, had resumed her usual chatter in their group chat, choosing clothes like nothing had happened.
Brittany, out scouting restaurants, was also chiming in with her fashion advice.
**Brittany**: The bugs at the campsite at night can be bad, don’t wear anything too light, bring a jacket.
**Lauren**: It’s summer, I don’t care about bugs, I just want to know if there
