"You are welcome," Jay continued to be distant, "Come to the police station and take your purse away tomorrow."
"Will he really send the purse?"
Jay smiled lightly, "He has to."
Lilith looked at his profile, and a feeling of warmth generated a sense of security she had never had before.
****
The last night beside three rivers was still spent with fireworks, singing, and dancing. The local people hosted a farewell party for Joseph, Irish, and Leo because they would be returning to New York the next day.
During these days, Irish had got along well with them, especially with Amar, who was a pure and forthright boy. Knowing that they would leave tomorrow, he crept silently, which made Irish feel sorrowful.
