There came a knock at the door. A blonde woman stood outside, her face embarrassed and pensive. "Hi, is this the LaRusso residence?"

Amanda nodded. "Yes, I'm Amanda LaRusso. Can I help you?"

"You've been trying to get in touch with me," said the woman sheepishly. "I'm Shannon Keene. Robby's mother." She saw the shock widen Amanda's eyes. "I guess you must think I'm the worst mother in the world."

The thought had crossed Amanda's mind, when she first heard she'd left Robby alone, but she'd never admit that out loud. Instead, she opened the door wider. "Please, come in."