Ring, ring…

Callia’s phone rang.

The ringing interrupted the group’s laughter.

Callia pulled her phone and checked her screen. Chase said, “Your mother must be calling.”

“I’ve updated the family in the group chat that I’ve arrived safely. Madden’s calling.”

Callia took her cousin’s call.

The moment the call connected, Koben’s sobs cut through.

“You abandoned me, Callie! You sneaked out when I wasn’t home. I want you!”

Callia replied, “Aren’t you supposed to be in school, Koben?”

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