I finally arrive back at the hotel, heart pounding as I quickly dial Becky's number. The phone barely rings twice before she picks up.
"Becky, it's me."
I say, trying to keep my voice steady.
"How are the twins? Are they okay?"
She sounds surprised but calm, instantly reassuring.
"They're doing great, Kattie. They're actually having a blast with us. We've been playing games and planning a little movie night. They seem happy."
A rush of relief floods through me, easing some of the tension that's been building up since I left Chris's place.
"Thank you, Becky."
I say, feeling a knot in my chest loosen.
"I can't tell you how much it means to me. It's just… things got really tense, and I didn't want them around all of it. They don't deserve this chaos."
She sighs, a warmth in her tone.
"Don't worry about it. You're their mom; you know what's best. And they're safe with me. Take all the time you need to figure things out."
"Thanks, Becky."
