Chapter 13

NIRVANA

“Hey, girl.” Kailin was unusually jolly today as she hugged me tight before entering the apartment.

“Grandpa.”

“Hey, honey.” He put his arm around my shoulders and kissed the side of my head. “Mr. Blackwell.”

“I think we passed the formality, Case.” They shook hands.

“So, how was your night?” Kailin asked her cousin.

“He probably has a headache or neck pain but hides it very well.” I joined them in the living area when the doorbell rang again.

“I got this,” said Kailin as she went to the door.

Then Zarah walked in, looking gorgeous in her white corporate dress.

“Zarah.” I got up, surprised to see her. 

“My dear, good to see you again.” We did a cheek-to-cheek kiss.

“Me too.” I suddenly felt uneasy when the apartment felt small for all of us, and I had a bad feeling that this meeting was set up.

“Can I get you something to drink? Coffee? Tea?”

“I’m good, darling.” Zarah took a seat t