Bianca took a deep breath and placed her hands on Elaine’s shoulders. “I have something really important to do today,” she said softly. “I can’t take you right now, but I promise I’ll make it up to you soon, okay?”

Elaine pouted. “You’re just like Mom. She always says that. She hasn’t played with me in a long time either.”

“I can take you,” Michael offered from behind Bianca. “If you don’t mind, I’ll take you to the amusement park.”

Elaine looked up, finally noticing the tall man standing behind Bianca.

Her little shook nervously. She quickly ran back into Bianca’s arms, peeking out cautiously. Her big, round eyes studied...