Chapter 32: Misgivings and the Moon-2

“The painting,” said Ruby to herself more than to me, her eyes faraway. “The painting of you looking all sullen and forlorn in your hand-me-downs sitting on the pack house porch steps. I mean you were always a pretty girl,” admitted Ruby offhandedly making me blush. “But you were so sour!” She exclaimed. “But now I get it! Who could blame you? After everything you’ve been through. Zander was terri