Rula Sinara - The Twin Test

“Since when do you back down from a challenge? You seemed so excited about this at dinner and you haven’t seen them since you left Tabara. Why the change of heart in just a few hours?”

“They tore my book.”

“Ooh, that’s bad. Girls their age should know better. You ought to call in first thing and quit.”

“Just like that?” Pippa sighed and slumped back when Anna smiled. “Am I ever going to outgrow your reverse psychology tactics?”

“Nope. Because we parents know our kids so well.”

Just how well does Dax know his daughters?

“I guess. I just never met a child who would tear up a book. They’re evil little monsters.”

“A harsh label for girls so young. I love you to pieces, Pippa, but I’m pretty sure a few of my gray hairs were caused by you.” She gave Pippa’s hand a loving squeeze.

“Just a few?” Pippa tipped her head up and stared at the moon. “I’m sorry I woke you. Go back to bed. I’ll be in in a sec.”

“Okay. But just remember, Pip, you’re the one in control. This can’t be that different from all the tours you’ve given at camps and lodges in the past. You’re the leader. You make the rules and set the boundaries. Maybe these girls need some. Maybe they need someone like you.”

“You’re right. I’m the one in control.”

Her mom nodded as she disappeared through the screen door. Pippa got up, wrapped the shawl around her shoulders and filled her lungs with night air.

You have them at your mercy, Pippa. Don’t lose it. Use it.

Civil war history and battle strategies, huh?

She had a few battle plans herself.

And if Dax didn’t like her methods, he was on his own.

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