Wendy Charring had a tough life. Her father died and her mother left her in the care of her aunt when she was 11. Wendy has a desire to give her world control through keeping things clean and orderly. She has a hard time committing to anything because she fears abandonment. She has a sharp mind and found a friend in books. But Wendy's beloved aunt was recently murdered and now she must figure out life alone once again. For the Monthly SimLit Short Story Challenge #MSSSC