Chapter 7

After that day, I stopped sending Ethan any school updates.

Reminding a grown adult to keep his promises shouldn't be another adult's responsibility. If he truly wanted to be part of Lucy's life, he would remember on his own.

On Thursday afternoon, I received a call from Lucy's teacher.

"Mrs. Bennett, I have wonderful news!" Her voice sounded bright and thrilled over the line. "Lucy was recommended for the statewide children's reading showcase! Only two students from her entire grade were selected."

"Really?"

"Of course! Her reading aloud has always been exceptional," her teacher chuckled. "However, the event requires a…