My Teacher Threw My Report About My Marine Dad’s Dog in the Trash and Made Me Apologize—Then Scout Walked Into Our Classroom

“Okay.”

The phone froze again, this time with Ben looking directly at her.

When the picture moved, he said, “Tell the truth as far as you can tell it.

If you need another answer, ask.”

“I will.”

“Good.”

Clara looked toward Lauren, who was standing at the kitchen doorway.

“Do you want me to send you the exact terms?”