Chapter 583

"Your sister-in-law... she's gone." Broderick Ackerley forced those words out like every syllable drained the life out of him. Sienna Ackerley swayed on her feet, clearly shaken. "What are you talking about, big brother? What do you mean she's gone? What happened to Leslie?" She was still remembering the way Leslie had rushed out the door that morning—full of energy and in a hurry. How could she just disappear? Miles Ackerley gave Sienna a helpless shake of his head. Even he was feeling off, so Broderick must be barely holding it together. ＊ Simon Cross lazily propped his chin up in class, half-listening as Alexander Cross droned on about the topic. The art team had gone out for field practice, Leslie included. And without her around, everything just... lacked flavor. He gave up, let his head drop onto the desk, and figured he’d grab a quick nap. Next thing he knew, class was over and the bell jolted him awake. Alexander was tidying up at the lectern. A few girls stole glances at him,