she kneels down next to Juno, holding up the pajamas like she wants her daughter’s approval. “Do you see what Alec brought home for you? You get to be an Appie just like him!” An odd sensation washes over me, something I’ve never really felt before. It isn’t just attraction, though I do feel attracted to Evie. It feels more protective. Like I have extra reason to check the door locks. Or go upstairs and make sure all the windows are securely fastened in her bedroom.
