Chapter 193

Rebecca suddenly went still. The moment her spiraling thoughts snapped back into focus, she spun around and grabbed Vespera in a tight hug. "Who is it?" she asked. Vespera's heart started racing. They locked eyes, and at the same time, the same thought struck them—the gas explosion. They glanced at the clock. It was midnight on the dot. "Ding—" The doorbell rang again. The effect was as terrifying as a scene straight out of a horror movie. Instinctively, they both stepped back, putting more distance between themselves and the door. Just moments ago, Rebecca had been the one yelling, "What's there to be afraid of?" Now, her face was covered in fear. "Tell me the truth. Did you not eat enough earlier and secretly order delivery again?" she asked, trying to sound calm though her voice trembled. Vespera knew she was just saying something—anything—to keep from panicking. She tugged Rebecca back toward the couch. "Let's just pretend we didn't hear it. Don't answer. Ignore it." Re