Left Behind on Purpose, I'll Chase My Own Light

Summary

On the day of our family trip, I wake up early, only to find the house empty.

As I wonder what is going on, a message from my younger twin brother, Carson Smyth, suddenly pops up in the family group chat. "Oh, no! I forgot to update in this group chat that the departure time has been moved forward!"

The very next second, the message is deleted.

I stare blankly at the empty chat, my eyes stinging. So they have another group chat—one that doesn't include me.

Still reeling, I get a call from Mom. "I'm sorry, Caleb. The departure time was moved up by an hour, and I forgot to tell you.