Chapter 307

“Why not? Don’t you want me to come?” he teased.

“It’s not that.

I’d actually feel much better with you around.

”

The thought of Domenic looking after a child seemed almost too strange to picture.

“I’ll text you the amusement park’s location.

Just let me know when you’re leaving.

I’ll wait for you there.

”

After that, Domenic ended the call.

Lindsey arrived at Selah’s apartment.

“Elaine found out I’m leaving and she’s locked herself in her room, she’s quite upset.

Are you sure you can make it, Linds?” Selah inquired, worry evident in her voice.

Lindsey confidently reassured her, “Don’t worry about Elaine.

I’ve got this.

You can count on me.

Ms.

Garcia is waiting for you, so you better get going.

”

Selah nodded gently.

Her trust in Lindsey was unwavering, as always.

Once Selah left, however, Lindsey felt her self-assurance wane, and she slumped slightly.

She inhaled deeply, steeling herself for the task ahead.

She had lived for over twenty years, so looking after a little girl wouldn’t pose any difficulty for her.

With newfound determination, Lindsey approached Elaine’s bedroom door and knocked gently.

“Elaine, it’s your Aunt Lindsey.

Are you there?

Remember, I promised you some delicious treats and exciting surprises?

I’ve kept my word.

Would you like to check them out?”

There was no response from Elaine.

Lindsey was completely ignored.

Handling Elaine seemed more difficult than Lindsey anticipated.

Pausing briefly to muster her courage, Lindsey added, “Also, I was thinking about a really fun amusement park.

How about we go there for some fun? If you want to…”

Suddenly, the door swung open from the inside.

Elaine stood behind the door, her little face cold, and her round, shining eyes filled with a hint of caution as she Looked at Lindsey.

“Did you just say something about… an amusement park?”

“Yes,” Lindsey responded with an enthusiastic nod.

“Will you be taking me there?”

“Yes,” Lindsey replied, doing her best to keep her smile warm and welcoming.