“You can just call in sick, you know?” Sage stared at me with worried eyes as I grabbed my handbag. “Staying home would only make me more depressed. So I might as well get busy with some real-life tasks.” “Everything going on is real?” She said, and I shrugged. “It makes no sense to cry over spilled milk. I've got to be strong.” “Just take care and call me if you need anything. I can come pick you up when you close.” “I’m driving.” I reminded my sister. “It doesn’t matter. Just stay close to your phone!” Sage pulled me into a hug. ………………………………. MATTEO. “I’ll go straight to the point so we both save time. Just name whatever you want as a gift. I’ll make sure you have it. But if you’ve come here to continue from where Mom left off, then I’m glad to inform

