Chapter 22

Amara's gaze swept over the large television and the brand-new refrigerator, wishing she could have them at her own house. Once Lucy got married and Devin took over Gordon's property, all these things would be hers. … In the morning, Lucy successfully passed the first part of her driving test. She wasn't sure if it was because of the Plutings, but she felt her memory had improved. She passed the first test smoothly, and now it was time for driving practice—two to three times a week. After two weeks, she would take the second test. She had opted for the fast track by paying extra. She had lunch in town at noon and bought many meat pies, bread, and biscuits. Hans had told her these things were filling, so she bought more this time—500 in total, split across several stores. She also went to a jewelry store and sold two diamond rings. The price for diamonds was good, and she noticed the cash value was rising. In the afternoon, she treated herself to a new outfit at the department s