I scratch my scalp as I dial Mom.

“Morning, bug,” Mom chirps.

“Hi. So, um. A thing’s missing.”

“What thing?”

“I… don’t know. It’s just not around. I told Mary, but sh—”

Blip. Our call drops just prior to my finishing a final sound.

Oh.

Of cours. Silly m.

Gabriella Batel is a young Catholic woman with an adrenaline craving and a passion for God, family, movies, fanart, and good food. She’s the author of the acclaimed Don’t series and the upcoming dark fantasy mystery Ending. You can find out the thrill ride she’s on at gabriellabatel.com