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sitting flat on the rims.
    Just then, Blaire burst out of the door, looking distraught. “Caide?”
    “Blaire? What happened?”
    Blaire shook her head. “Someone slashed my tires last night.”
    “Did you call the cops?”
    “I did. They filed a report but there are no witnesses and we only have cameras on the inside so they’ll be of no help. They didn’t seem optimistic that they’d find anything. It was probably just some kids acting out.”
    “I’m so sorry. I can’t believe it. We’ve never had any trouble here before.”
    “I know it. Meachum’s talking about installing security cameras outside now.”
    “Listen,” he said, pulling her out of earshot of the tow truck, “about last night—”
    “Don’t. Just don’t. I don’t want to hear it. Let’s just forget about it, okay?”
    “You’re sure? I just wanted to say—”
    “I just can’t hear it today, Caide. Not with everything else going on. Just forget it, please.”
    He nodded, following her into the building, and telling himself there was nothing he’d like more than to forget it.
     
    ***
     
    Rachael
     
    Rachael heard the doorbell ring from the kitchen. She stood up, sitting Davis in her seat. “Don’t move, okay? Keep my seat warm. I’ll be right back.”
    Davis nodded, watching intently as his sister tried to put the Little Mermaid puzzle together again. Rachael walked to the door, wondering who to expect. As she got to the door a smile filled her face. “Audrey?” she shouted, pulling the door open and lugging her best friend into a hug. “I’ve missed you. It’s been way too long.”
    “I know, Rach. I’ve missed you too, so much. I’m sorry I haven’t called in a while. John and I have just been so busy.”
    “Wait? John? So there is still a John? The last time I talked to you, you were both ready for a divorce.”
    “Gosh, has it been that long?” she asked, dropping her purse to the ground. “He asked me to go to therapy. You know after I lost the baby, I just sort of lost touch with everything. It was a last resort, but our therapist is amazing. You’d love her. I swear she’s a miracle worker. We’re happy now; actually I have some big news.”
    “What?” Rachael asked, her gaze wandering to Audrey’s flat tummy.
    “No.” She rubbed her stomach. “Not that. We’re moving back home.”
    “What?”
    “We put a down payment on a house yesterday. It’s over on Hillsboro. It’s so adorable, Rach, you’re going to love it.”
    “That’s amazing, Audrey. I’m so glad to have you home, the kids will be too. We’ve missed you so much.” She pulled her into another hug. “I’m glad to hear you and John are doing better. He’s good for you. I’ve always thought that.”
    Audrey smiled. “Thanks, Rach. So tell me about you all. What’s been going on?”
    “Oh you know La Rue, nothing new ever happens. Although you did miss a bit of drama last week. We had a car wreck.”
    “A wreck, oh my God, Rachael. What happened? Was anyone hurt?”
    “Not seriously, no. Just a few scrapes and bruises. Poor Davis got the worst of it.”
    “Davis? Oh Rachael. I haven’t even met him yet. Has it really been two years since I’ve last seen you? Can I meet him?”
    “Of course.” Rachael couldn’t believe how quickly the time had passed. She led her into the kitchen. “Brin, I’ve got a surprise for you.”
    Her daughter’s eyes immediately lit up as she jumped from her chair to Audrey’s waiting arms. “Aunt Audrey.”
    “Oh, Brin-Brin, I’ve missed you so very much. Look how big you’ve gotten. I can barely hold you up anymore.”
    Brinley smiled at this, hugging her neck.
    “And who is this handsome fellow?” Audrey playfully rubbed Davis’ hair.
    He ducked behind the back of his chair, hiding his face shyly. Rachael approached him, smiling brightly.
    “Davis, darling, this is your Aunt Audrey. Can you say hello?”
    Davis looked from his mother to Audrey and back a few times. “Hello,”