Chapter 55

Upon hearing the mockery in Krystal's voice, Melody turned to look at her. She could tell that Krystal didn't like her, but she looked too much like Cheryl—so much so that sometimes, even Melody found herself in a daze. … The next day, Melody went to Cheryl's gravesite alone. The woman in the photo had a bright and radiant smile, exactly like the person she remembered. Jeremy arrived before her. He was wearing a black shirt instead of a white one, which added to the solemness. Laura whispered to Krystal, "Go say something to Cheryl. You two were really close when you were little." Krystal placed some flowers in front of the tombstone and looked at the young woman in the photo who bore such a resemblance to herself. She lowered her eyes and murmured, "Cheryl." Laura stood behind her, wiping her tears. Her twin daughters had been by her side for far too short a time. Melody felt heavy-hearted as well. She stepped forward and softly placed the flowers she had brought. It was a b