“Does Molly have to take that call in private? Is it that important? Let me go with her silently.”

Mrs Vidonia narrowed her eyes and whispered to herself before quietly following Molly.

*****

Molly quickly picked up the call.

“Hello, Jessica. It’s like you knew I needed you to call me. You’re even faster, I was just about to ring you,” Molly said softly.

“Oh really? I’m actually surprised you know who’s speaking. You didn’t call or text me. What kind of friendship is this?” Jessica’s voice was sharp, though she kept it neutral.

“Jessica, don’t talk like that. It’s not that I don’t want to call you or that...