Sisse didn’t respond, instead she threw her arms around her friend in a hug not caring that the water seeped into her own dress. She was just grateful Sloane was alive and she wasn’t going to argue with Sloane about the matter.

“The kitten’s alright.” Sisse assured Sloane as she let go of her, suddenly wondering just what Calla had done with the kitten. A small meow behind her answered the question and Sisse laughed. “See?” The little ball of fluff had walked over to them and was now attempting to climb up Sloane’s leg.

And the kitten wasn’t the only one left at risk, Sisse cast an anxious glance back at the lake, biting her lip as she looked for Calla and the boys. She relaxed only slightly when she saw Calla flying back toward them towing the boat, Ned holding tightly on tightly. They were still rather far out in the water for Sisse to feel they were close to safe.