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Abruptly, Celia’s plan was kicked into action when Kate stopped by unannounced.

“I got gas this morning and saw Brian. He told me about your car, and I’m here to help. Aren’t you lucky you have me as your friend?”

“Not in the mood.”

“Celia, sweetie, I’ve lost track of how many times we’ve changed our plans or missed out on something because you got stranded somewhere with that stupid piece of junk. I want you to look. You don’t have to buy anything right this minute. Come with me and we’ll browse around. We’ll make it fun. A little adventure! Sound good? Your car is not safe.”

Celia covered her ears. “I can’t listen to this.”

Kate glared directly into Celia’s eyes. She didn’t need to say a word. Celia knew Kate was right. She was about to be held captive in Kate’s car-searching mission. “I swear, I heard you sing ‘nyah nyah nyah’ when you covered your ears. Did you sing that?”

“No, I didn’t sing that.” Celia’s annoyance rang clear as the church bells on Sunday morning.

“Oh, I guess it seemed that way, because it’s so mature to cover your ears. Come on. We’ll have fun. I promise.”

“I can’t deal with car payments and decisions, and all that crap.” Celia knew Brian was right when he said the expense would be a huge waste of money. She wouldn’t admit that little tidbit of information to Kate.

Kate went into the kitchen for Celia’s bag. She walked to the sofa, grabbed Celia’s hand, and pulled her up. “Come on. Let’s go for a ride.”