When spoken plainly, even Spencer seemed to hear how absurd it was.

“Yes.”

PART 10 — THE NOTE

Chloe unfolded Vanessa’s note.

Her hands shook.

She read silently.

Then handed it to me.

The writing was hurried.

Chloe,

I’m sorry you are learning this from me. Spencer has promised for three years that he will tell you about Mia.