One of the judges inclined his head.
« Is this supposed to be a witch’s house? »
« Someone has vandalized my house! »
Another nodded his head approvingly.
« Actually, I love toilet paper. It’s so creative to use everyday objects. »
« Creative?! » exclaimed Elaine. « Someone has trashed my house! »
The third judge examined his installation.
« That’s not a theme! »
« Well, the witch theme is certainly convincing. »
A neighbor sneered. Elaine turned as red as a tomato.
« That’s not a theme! I didn’t do that! »
I pursed my lips. Owen was trembling beside me.
« You’re the one who did this at my house! »
That’s when Elaine spotted us. She narrowed her eyes.
« It’s you! »
I looked over my shoulder.
» Me ?
« You’re the one who did this to my house! »
« Oh, Elaine, » I said, shaking my head. « And here I thought you’d decided to try something homemade this year. »
