Chapter 13

Lotion

My conscience is telling me that I should pat her shoulder and comfort her. But I stop myself from doing so. We proceed to eat breakfast in peace.

By the time we finish breakfast, Dave tells Toby to get the pool ready for swimming. Sheryl assists Davvy upstairs, getting her dressed. I stand up and wait for his errands.

“You get ready as well. You're coming with us.”

I slightly shake my head and turn to face him. “No need. Just give me something else to do.”

“You should join us. That's what you have to do," he tells me. "Davvy needs to get used to being with you.”

So, it is not really a formal invitation. He just wants me to be around for the sake of Davvy. Alright then, what am I even expecting?

“I didn’t bring any swimwear—”

“The maid spared some swimwear in the closet. You may use them.”

I shrug. “Okay. I better get ready then.”

“Be patient with her just a bit more.”

“I’ll keep trying,” I say before finally leaving him behind.

I hurry towards my room and pull the closet door