“I’m taking Nico to my aunt’s house tomorrow for a sleepover, so that should give you enough time to clear out your room.” I must have misheard him. “Excuse me?” “I’ll get Nico ready for school and drive him there myself. It’s best for you to stay in your room during that time.” “Can I at least say goodbye to him?” Rafael cuts me down with a single “No.” I rapidly blink until I regain control of my tears. “So that’s it? I’m dismissed?” “No, Eleanor. You’re fired.”
