The Secrets We Keep by Deb Loughead

Author:Deb Loughead
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Dundurn
Published: 2016-11-08T05:00:00+00:00

At dinner that evening, I explain to Mom, Dad, and Zach about what happened when we visited Kit’s mom. I tell them about how Jake and I decided we should meet with Kit’s family once and for all, because we’ve never really had a chance to talk to them, and to tell them how well we knew Kit. And how much we appreciated his sweet nature. I also describe the heavy sadness that lingers in their beautiful home, especially with pictures of Kit everywhere we looked. And how I offered to help Kevin with his studies. They listen in dismay to every word.

“That took a lot of nerve, honey,” Mom says when I’m done. “And it’s very helpful to me, too. At least we know why Ms. Stitski won’t answer her phone. Maybe we should send a social worker to the door at some point, in case she’d like to talk.”

“I guess, if you need to try something. But Kevin stands guard at that house. So good luck to anyone who tries to get inside.” I smile at the memory.

Zach is trying not to scowl. “Will you still help me with science and math?” Figures my brother would worry about something like that. I nod to reassure him.

Dad is still staring at me and smiling wide. “I’m proud of you, Clems. That was a very good thing you did today.”

It’s bittersweet, the thought of it, just remembering that Jake and I had gone there seeking clues, only to leave with a better understanding of how grief is affecting Kit’s family. “I’ll tell you one thing for sure, Dad. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my entire life.”

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