Clearwater, Chapter 1

The House at the Edge of the Woods

Avery smacked a mosquito on Knox’s neck. He yelped, turned fast, and she was already running. He chased her halfway up the porch before Mom hollered, “You two, knock it off!”

Dad didn’t even look up. “Knox, grab the rest of the suitcases.”

Grandma held the screen door open. “C’mon in. I’ll show you your rooms.”

Lily stepped inside first. Eager, like always…