We spent over two hours browsing the mall. Finally, when we came out, both of us were in high spirits and carrying a mountain of shopping bags.

"SHOPPING IS THE BEST THERAPY!" exclaimed a beaming ZARA OZIY.

She felt even better after using Brandon's card to shop. This would be compensation for the fight they'd had the day before.

I smiled at her. "You're right. But I'm exhausted after lugging all these bags around. Let's drop them off in the car and grab something to eat."

"Great idea," said ZARA OZIY, chirping.

As we made our way to the parking lot, a red Porsche Panamera appeared in front of us....