An Unplanned Getaway

Valerie was reluctant to refuse Stella's request, but...

"Stella, how about I go on a trip with you all next time?"

Stella's shoulders suddenly dropped, and her eyes were full of disappointment. She gradually burst into tears. "But Ms. Thorne, I want you to have fun with us and Rowan too. If you go, Ollie will be very happy, and so will I and Daddy."

The more she said, the sadder she felt. Tears r