Unexpected Arrivals

***Kaelen***

I stared at Cella’s face. She was pissed, arms crossed, lips pressed tight, her eyes burning a hole through the floor.

Across the room, Nonna’s expression was a mix of surprise and pride.

I started toward Cella, but Nonna lifted her hand, halting me. She stepped forward herself, wrapping an arm around Cella’s shoulders.

“Now, now, dear,” Nonna said, her voice calm but commanding. “No