Though Isla Hawskin didn't understand completely, she knew Vera Wave staying in a hotel wasn't a long-term solution. She promptly helped her find a landlord and secure a rental.
The next day was the weekend, and Isla Hawskin arrived early in the morning to help her move. The "moving" itself was incredibly simple: Vera Wave's only luggage was a backpack containing two changes of clothes.
After lunch, Kate Palmer called. She explained that the project site in the city's outskirts wasn't easily accessible by public transportation and offered to drive over and pick Vera up. Vera Wave didn't decline Kate's offer and readily gave her the address.
Half an hour later, as Vera Wave went downstairs, she saw Kate Palmer's car pulling up. Vera bent to get into the backseat and immediately noticed Bailey Hansen sitting beside her. She wasn't particularly surprised, just offered a faint smile.
"Mom, you're here too."
