You try to find Carol

You spot Carol's car in the same spot it was, but Carol wasn't inside of it. Your heart started beating rapidly, and you started to hyperventilate when you felt a reassuring hand on your shoulder.

"Don't worry, Erica, I'm here. Just popped into a store for a minute." Carol said. "I knew you had a knockout hiding inside! They're great, aren't they?"

"Uh... yeah, I..." you muttered as you tried to process the last few minutes.

"I took the liberty of getting you some groceries. Nothing much, but some bread, cheese, perishable stuff that Marie might not have lying around." Carol placed a paper bag into your arms. "Let's go, I've got to start dinner, Steve is going to expect it when he gets home."

You got back into the passenger seat and watched your face in the passenger side mirror as Carol drove back towards the cul-de-sac.

"I can't drive you tomorrow, but I arranged for Madge to pick you up every morning until you know your way around better." Carol said.

"That's very... very nice of you." you said.

You remained distant as you pondered your new situation, at least you had more clothes to wear now, since no one is going to bat an eyelash if you walk around in a dress anymore!

Once you were returned home, you made a quick snack before you undressed and plopped down onto the bed, falling asleep.