Misread Mind: Dad Gave My Life Away
"I'm off to work. Get some rest, okay? Oh, by the way, remember to put some food in the basement. We don't want her to actually die. That's bad luck."
Pauline nodded, compliant. "Don't worry. I'll take good care of Nady."
Just then, a bloodcurdling scream rang out from the basement. "Ahh!"
It was the maid, Mrs. Hobson.
Frowning, Dad paused in his tracks. He said with displeasure, "What's all the fuss about? The sun's barely out, for goodness' sake!"
A hint of panic flashed across Pauline's eyes, but it soon turned into hidden excitement.