“Cheese. Just cheese. Can they bring it really soon?” Lily’s eagerness was palpable, her small voice filled with hope. Susan chuckled softly, her concern momentarily overshadowed by Lily’s innocent enthusiasm.
“Yes, they’re on their way. Just stay on the phone with me a little longer, okay?” Susan’s reassurance was mixed with mounting worry as she kept Lily engaged. Meanwhile, outside Officers Jackson and Martinez approached cautiously as they reached Mr. Pickles house.