TWENTY ONE | THE OUTING

"Sera, where are you going?" Genevieve whispered in a low voice.

"To see grandma," I lied.

"Since when did you wear pearl necklaces to grandma's?"

"Since today, of course."

"Hmm..."

"Can I borrow your beaded purse, please? It will go perfectly with my pearls and dress."

"No. Tell me where you are going first."

"On a date. I will be back in a few hours."

"REALLY? Sera!"

"Shh... This is why I can't