Chapter 240

Paula was relieved when Ted returned to his seat. He looked agitated and was sweating profusely. “What was wrong? Are you okay? What happened?” whispered a concerned Paula to her husband.

“Paula, don’t ask. Just be ready to get down when the shit hits the fan. Do not panic, but tell the girls to be ready to get down. It’s a matter of life and death that they do not act frightened right now. Do you understand? I’m trying to help Steve.”

Paula had been terrified at Ted’s curt speech, but found immediate relief when she heard that Steve was involved. She turned to Kate sitting next to her and whispered instructions.

“Steve and your father feel there’s going to be some serious trouble. You need to be ready to duck down as soon as something starts. Tell Lisa and have her pass it on to Naomi, Becky and Jen. Tell them that they must remain calm or Steve could be badly hurt,” warned Paula, knowing that the mention of Steve would reassure the girls.

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