Milly’s phone pops an alert. She switches her ID chip and opens the news. The headline reads:
— Producer Damien Goode Arrested: Not Drugs Again. Worse!
Wide-eyed, Milly scrolls the full article twice. Notable phrases:
— Charged with burglary
— St. George, Utah
— In custody
After a long sigh, Milly says, “Finally.”
Bingo peeks in the rearview mirror. “What?”
“Nothing.” She texts Sis for the first time in a while.
— Let’s wait to see if his latest charges stick.
Milly scrolls more news.
— Can Drone Fleets Save Burning Canadian Forests?
— Cancer, Infertility Rise. For Which Ages?
— Arison Brother Reported Missing! Which One?
— Data Breach Affects Millions. You Too?
A message arrives from the real estate agent.
— That couple’s condo deal FINALLY closed. You sure you don’t want to get your license?
Milly switches off her phone and leans against the window.
She’ll be home in time for dinner, and maybe — a quick errand?