Chapter Five “THIS IS GOOD FOR OUTDOORS,” Irina said, holding out a pair of stretch denim leggings. Sophie looked up from the pile of items Irina had bought on her latest shopping trip. She took the leggings from her and examined them. “Yes, these would be perfect.” She smiled at the girl and laid the leggings next to the sweater she’d picked out. Irina nodded, then spread her hands over her tummy. “They stretch,” she said knowingly. Sophie flashed a warning smile. “That’s our secret though, right?” “Of course. Where is it you go today?” Irina asked. “I guess you’d call it a joy-ride,” Sophie said. “In the country somewhere...not sure exactly, but we’re leaving shortly.” “Is good to be outside, yes?” “Yes, very good.” It would be the first time she’d been allowed outdoors with the

