Chapter 20

Kristine looked disappointed.

Not long after, the scent of dinner filled the air, signaling that the meal was ready.

Glenn walked through the door just in time, and the family gathered around the table to eat.

At noon, it was only Glenn and Elaine who insisted on piling food onto Madisyn’s plate, but now Waylon had joined in as well.

She ate in silence, the mountain of food before her seeming insurmountable.

Across the table, Kristine’s presence went unnoticed.

She clenched her fork tightly, frustration simmering beneath her composed exterior.

She leaned closer to Andrew, her voice barely above a whisper.

“Andre, there’s a dance competition next week.

Would you like to come watch? I’ve heard some of the best dancers will be there-both seasoned masters and fresh talents.

I just joined in the National Dance Association and have an extra ticket.

I’d love for you to come with me.

filled with a deep,

find impossible to refuse, especially coming from someone as

Andrew wasn’t like

was as

“I’m busy.

the disappointment that flashed across

perked

into the

Mom,” Kristine replied, her voice

“That’s incredible.

one of

swelled even

am the youngest

Glenn added, his tone

send

up with pure

“Thank you, Dad.

I’m determined to keep improving my

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