Betty glanced at Emily with a worried furrow in her brow. "You're grabbing breakfast for tomorrow and Wednesday night?"
Emily's determination shone through as she affirmed, "Yeah, Betty, it's a 9-hour drive. We gotta hit the road now if we wanna make it there when it opens."
Understanding the urgency, Betty reached into her pocket and pulled out some cash. "Alright, here's 11 bucks for the food."
"Thanks, Betty," Emily replied, a hint of relief in her voice.
With the money sorted, Emily carefully scooped up Roxxie, Rockelle, Sandy, Willie, Myles, and Reed, one by one, settling them into the jeep. Each child was snug and secure, ready for the journey ahead.
As they set off into the early morning light, Betty couldn't shake her worries, but she trusted Emily's determination and her bond with the children to guide them safely through the miles ahead.
