Chapter 22

All the kids had slept and Mrs Roberts was already dozing off. Amanda stayed awake, her anticipation building. She glanced at her phone repeatedly, checking for messages from Mrs Laura. Mr. Kenny too didn't call her.

The silence was deafening and anxiety began to creep in. She could no longer hold it in. She woke her mother.

"Mother!"

Mrs Roberts woke up at once. She had intended to see the plan through before sleep took control.

"Yes, what is it?

"Are you sure this was a good plan?" She questioned her mother, doubt gnawed at her.

"Why do you ask? Mrs. Roberts responded questioning, still trying to rescue her eyes from the sleep.

"I was wondering if this is the right way to deal with Mr. Kenny".

Amanda's mind raced as she considered the possible outcomes and consequences of her actions.

"How else would you have dealt with it? And you can't say it's a bad idea yet." Mrs. Roberts answered.

"I have not gotten any message from them, both the husband and wife. I am worried someth