Chapter 26 She Has Nowhere to Return

When Jolie returned, she saw Marie sitting alone on a park bench, her head down, not saying a word. Jolie walked over and quietly asked, "Ms. Spence, what's wrong?" Marie kicked a stone by her feet, looking down, and asked, "Jolie, what do people usually do when they're feeling down?" After giving it some thought, Jolie said, "Drinking, singing, eating, and shopping." She needs to save money for shopping, as she doesn't have enough funds to bring Emory and the others over. Eating food is off-limits for her, as she's still on a diet. Drinking and singing, that's something we can enjoy. Marie stood up and asked, "Jolie, want to go for a drink?" "Huh?" Jolie didn't catch on. Marie grabbed her hand and said, "Let's go, I'll take you out for a drink." Marie and Jolie found a bar that wasn't too crowded as evening approached. They chose a secluded spot to sit and