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Chapter 16
The next day, at noon exactly, I struggle with my suitcase and backpack as I hold my phone to my ear, all while managing to walk down the stairs. "Yes mom, and I promise to be good."
"Hailey Fonte you tell me this honestly, are there any adults going with you on this trip?"
One of my eyebrows raises, then I drop my suitcase to the floor. "An adult? Yeah, there is."
Jana gives me a look.
Jordan and Daniel are eighteen as they have early birthdays. Technically, I am not lying. My mother sighs. "Alright. Just, please be careful. You'll be back Wednesday?"
"Yeah, Wednesday night, if everything goes smoothly. I'll call you every day so you know I'm still alive."
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