chapter 24

Lara's Hangover and Ouma Bibi's Care

• Lara wakes up hungover after drinking Peat Monster.
• Ouma Bibi and Oom Dan help her, concerned.
• Lara expresses anger and sadness, feeling unwell.
• Ouma Bibi prepares coffee, but the smell makes Lara nauseous.
• Oom Dan suggests a bath.

The Bath and its Comfort

• Ouma Bibi prepares a bath with Epsom salts and lavender.
• She says, "Sout om die gif uit te trek, my kind. En laventel vir die kalmte."
• Ouma mentions finding pieces of the puzzle and makes chicken soup.
• The bath helps Lara feel better.

Seeking Comfort and Truth

• Lara sits with Ouma Bibi who braids her hair.
• Ouma says that Lara's mother will be back soon, and they need to talk.
• Lara pleads for someone to talk to her, seeking the truth.
• Oom Dan leaves to buy newspapers.
• Lara watches a YouTube video, wanting to fly away.