“Someone had left the sound system on, very low. She could hear a chorus, very soft, singing “Silent Night.” We’re in Daddy’s store, Reva realized, astonished. They’ve brought Pam and me to the department store. But why? “Pres, where’d you go?” the man asked suddenly. “Hey—no names, remember?” Pres snapped. “I had to knock out the security guard. Let’s hurry upstairs.” “See if they left the elevators running,” the man said. “I really don’t feel like walking up five floors.” “Hey, she gave you a ...nasty cut on your lip,” Pres exclaimed. “You should put some ice on that.” “Good idea. Let’s send out for ice,” the girl said sarcastically. “Maybe we’ll order some sandwiches while we’re at it.” “Okay, okay. Lighten up,” Pres told her. “Everything’s going great—for once. We’re going to be rich. Millionaires. Just like in the movies.” “You and your brother are both alike,” the girl muttered. “Counting your chickens before they’re hatched.”MoreLessRead More Read Less
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