Trapped in the Heat
I could not help but smile bitterly as I whispered to my baby, "See, your dad still cares about you, even if he doesn't know you're asleep. Don't worry, he'll find us. And our surprise will be big enough."
It was our turn now. I saw the brat, Holly, get into a cabin on the Ferris wheel, so I quickly followed with Sally. The door shut, and we started to ascend. The brat glanced at me, her eyes widening with reluctance, especially when she saw me holding Sally.
"I want to sit by myself!"
"Sit down, now!" I commanded, feeling the tension rise.
Ignoring her protest, I forced a smile. "I'll tell you a secret. You can have Charles all to yourself forever."