Sarah's mother continued crying, though she was starting to stand. "I-i have to go identify her and prepare the funeral, Sarah. Ta-take care of the h-house while I'm gone. I l-love you." Her mother kissed her head shakily, hiccuping as she started towards the door. Her mother saw Simon, and nearly broke down again. She hugged him, gripping him tightly before leaving without a word. 

Sarah heard the door open, and Simon call out. She gave a steady "Come in!" In response, though tears still ran wet down her face. She sat cross-legged on the floor, head bowed with her hands covering her face. "She's dead. Mariah died in a car crash. She's gone." She started laughing, agony lacing her voice. "Oh my god, what I wouldn't give to know why I deserve this!"