86. Disappointment
Derian
We were finishing reviewing the estimates for a new project when Susan's phone started ringing. Seeing the name on the screen, she answered immediately.
“Dad? Is something wrong?”
From where I stood, I noticed how her expression changed as she listened to Dylan's voice at the other end of the line. The color drained from her face.
“But... are they okay? Do you want us to come over there?... Okay, we'll go home then.”
She hung up the call tensely, and I felt a sinking feeling in my stomach.
“Did something happen?” I ask, offering her a bottle of water that she takes with slightly trembling hands.
She takes a sip, takes a deep breath, and looks at me.
“Mom and Candace went shopping and a car hit them. Dad is already with them, but he says they're okay... Th
