Page 32 of Let Me Show You

“I hope they find whoever’s responsible for this soon because it’s total bullshit,” I say honestly. “Please stay safe, okay?”

“I will. Thank you again.”

“You know I’d do anything for you…even when I really don’t wanna.” I groan, thinking of the things I can pack for him.

She chuckles. “I know.”

After we hang up, I grab a couple of duffel bags and put extra blankets and pillows in them. I don’t know what he’s going to need, so I grab everything I can think of—towels, soaps, snacks. Though I hate to admit it, I still have a soft spot for Noah and don’t want anything bad to happen to him. It’d devastate Gemma and Jerry, and I’d be lying if I said I wouldn’t be sad too.

Once I have the bags ready for tomorrow, I check my phone and see a message from Everleigh.

Everleigh

Oh my God, did you hear what happened?!

Katie

Yes, it’s horrible. I can’t believe someone’s trying so hard to hurt him.

Everleigh

You mean KILL him! That bomb could’ve exploded and destroyed the entire house for all we know.

That thought sends a chill down my spine.

Katie

They better find out who it is soon. I can imagine Tyler’s ready to swoop up Gemma and take her away.

Tyler’s always been an amazing partner to Gemma, but he's been super protective ever since she got pregnant. He’s already a take-no-shit kinda guy, but if he thinks his wife or family are in danger, he won’t think twice about getting revenge.

Everleigh

Oh, he’s pissed. I called him after Gemma texted me, and he was nearly screaming in my ear. I told him to calm the fuck down so he wouldn’t stress her out.

Katie

Yeah, she sounded pretty upset on the phone, which is how she sweet-talked me into letting Noah stay at the new house for a few nights.

Everleigh

Yeah, I might’ve suggested that. DON’T BE MAD!

Katie

OMG, EVERLEIGH! I’m gonna strangle you!

Everleigh

You love me, and you know this is the right thing to do. It hides Noah for a few days and keeps his family safe until they have time to investigate. Sheriff Todd has to interview the neighbors to ask if they saw anything.

Katie

Y’all owe me margaritas.

Everleigh

Don’t worry, they’ll be bottomless