When a response didn't come through immediately, Chloe called into the phone again,
"You there, mom?" She tried to sound calm, though her mind was already racing with worry about what her mom might ask.
"Chloe," her mom’s voice was gentle, but there was a hint of concern. "I just wanted to ask you if you know anything about the strange man who sorted out my medical bills. Do you know who he is?"
Chloe’s heart skipped a beat. She had been expecting this, but it still made her nervous. She had no idea how to explain to her mother about the arrangement she had with Starry. Chloe quickly tried to think of a safe way to respond.
“I don’t know anything about him,” Chloe said, her voice steady but not too convincing. “I only know that he’s a philanthropist. I met him through Ria. I’m not real
