BROOK'S POVMy phone rang while I was in my room, and the second I saw Flint’s name across the screen, I answered.“Well, you’re popular now.”The words carried a teasing edge, but there was a darker undertone beneath them that made me pause slightly.“You saw the news.”Flint let out a quiet scoff. “Why wouldn’t I? That’s all everyone has been talking about for days now.”I leaned back slightly against the bed, and before I could respond, Flint continued more casually.“Anyway, I just wanted to remind you about the family outing you promised.”That softened my expression immediately.“Yeah. I haven’t forgotten.”“Good. I’ll pick you two up soon.”“Oh, don’t worry about that,” I replied quickly. “We’ll come on our own.”Silence followed for a brief second before he spoke.“Alright,” Flint finally said. “I’ll meet you there then.”The call ended after that, and I headed toward Rowan’s room to start getting him ready. He was sitting on the floor surrounded by toy cars when I walked in,
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