'They have their birthdays on the same day? A coincident?' thought Avery.

Avery took her son's hand and walked toward the door.

A towering figure appeared before her.

Elliot was dressed in a black trench coat that made him look cold and distant. She was not sure if it was her eyes playing tricks on her, or if he really did look thinner.

After two seconds of hesitation, Avery decided to wish him a happy birthday. Just as she was about to say something, she saw Shea throwing herself at Ell