Dorothy spilled the beans because she wanted Kenneth to brace himself, and also because she didn’t want to upset Everett.

He was touchy about these matters, especially when it came to anything regarding Kenneth.

As they drove towards Kenneth’s place, Dorothy tried a few times to strike up a conversation to lift the heavy mood. It just didn’t seem right, given what was coming, but she couldn’t quite figure out what to say.

It was only as they were nearly there that Everett spoke up in a low voice.

“Don’t worry, I promised no bickering,” he paused for emphasis, “for the kids’ sake.”

“That’s a relief,” Dorothy finally felt relieved; she gave him a smile, “Just think of Kenneth as my big brother, okay?”

“I can do that. But can he treat you like a sister?”

Silence.

The tension was still as thick as ever.

Choosing to stay quiet, Dorothy decided to wait and see how the meeting would unfold.

They pulled up to Kenneth’s place and Everett got out first, then went around to the trunk to retrieve a paper bag.

the time Dorothy got out, Everett was

in the bag, Kenneth appeared. He was dressed in a

“Dorothy, you’ve lost weight.”

were ones of

lips formed a cold retort,

that basically accusing him of not taking good

could he possibly

a clash right from

spar. He merely offered a half-smile, “Alright then, I must

Dorothy gave Everett

It was too potent!

his reluctance, Everett knew he had to keep up appearances

poured them some water and played the

Everett glanced around.

simple decor.

waited for them to sit before he gathered up a large pile of

Mr. Lopez would probably buy

in acknowledgment, placing the paper bag on the table. “I want to thank you for

Everett had

bag but didn’t reach for it, instead just offering a smile, “What has Mr. Lopez brought

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