Chapter 28
Hannah
Things feel different since I told Brooks about what Pastor Sullivan and my mom did to me when I was younger. It’s almost like it’s brought us closer. We’re in the living room, watching TV. It’s been a few weeks since we had that discussion. I’d be lying if I said I hadn’t been looking online to see if anything is being said about them. So far, nothing.
My phone dings, and I lift it, seeing Jess’ name.
Jess
OMG have you seen the news?
???
Pastor Sullivan and your mom are all over it. Apparently, they have been stealing from the church!
I glance at Brooks, who is scrolling on his phone, smiling.
“Jess just texted me,” I tell him. “Said the news about my mom and Pastor Sullivan is on TV.”
“Is that so?” He drops his phone. “It’s amazing how fast good news travels, isn’t it?”
“So, this is you?”
“This is just the beginning.” He pauses. “You might want to block their numbers, though. I have a feeling they’re going to become quite desperate before this is over.”
“I’ve had them blocked for years,” I answer with a smile.
I send Jess a shocked emoji and then turn off my phone.
“Want to go to bed?” I ask with a smirk.
“Angel, you’re speaking my language.”
“Let’s go work on making that baby, Daddy.”