"Sure," Doctor Jenkins replied, nodding. "I can put another post-hypnotic suggestion in place of it, if you'd like. In fact, I can do that right now, while the rest of your family is here to observe."
She reached for a little pendant, which she had Gwynne focus on while she spoke. I watched my sister sink into that relaxed state, but felt my body tensing up as it happened. Then I saw my parents' similar reaction and we all shared an uncomfortable smile. Afterward, Gwynne did seem relaxed and chipper.
* * *
That evening, I went to my parents' house and the four of us moved Gwynne's things back to the apartment. Our parents hugged us repeatedly, especially before they left. At that point we were already gathering Gwynne's clothes and bed linens so we could wash them. When we arrived at th
