Chapter Five
“April?” My mom says my name loudly, stopping in front of the table.
She already has a drink in her hand. I am not surprised. Mom always was a bit of a drinker. Dad is standing next to her. He is looking casual in khaki shorts and a ratty looking t-shirt. He is clutching a bottle of water, clearly surprised at seeing me.
“Hey, Mom,” I try to say calmly.
“I didn’t know you were coming,” she says to me but it comes out in an accusatory tone.
“It’s because of me, Mrs. Flemmings,” Emily speaks up. “I asked if she could get me in.”
Mom looks at Emily for the first time and smiles kindly at her. “Ah, well, Emily, we could have gotten you in. I’m sure of it.”
We all know that’s a lie. Kevin disliking Emily’s dad is well known. He is probably irritated at me for bringing Emily
