Chapter 201

Valeria made a trip back to Margaret's home in the county, but she didn't bring Selena along. The journey itself wasn't far, but Selena had just had the stitches removed from her fracture, so it was best for her to rest quietly at home. Valeria arrived at Margaret's house a little after two in the afternoon. In the few days since they last saw each other, Margaret had grown even thinner. Valeria had called ahead before coming, so Margaret was already waiting at the door. From a distance, she spotted Valeria walking over, suitcase in tow, and Margaret slowly walked over. Valeria's heart ached. "It's so cold right now. You shouldn't have waited outside for me." Valeria had one hand dragging her suitcase and quickly reached for her grandmother's hand with the other, wrapping it in her palm to warm it. Even with gloves on, Valeria could still feel how cold it was outside. Margaret smiled. "I just came out. I checked the time and figured you would be here soon." Valeria hadn't gone i