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.

Dorothy got out, Everett was waiting by the

what was in the bag, Kenneth appeared. He was dressed in a casual black tracksuit,

“Dorothy, you’ve lost weight.”

words were ones of

brow furrowed instantly, and his lips formed a cold retort, “She

accusing him of

could he

expected a clash right from the

He merely offered a half-smile, “Alright then, I must be mistaken. Come in,

turned and walked back inside. Dorothy gave Everett a tug, signaling him to dial

It was too potent!

knew he had to keep up

them some water and played the

Everett glanced around.

modest one-bedroom with simple decor.

to sit before he gathered up a large pile of Abigail

Mr. Lopez would probably buy new ones, so

bag on the table. “I want to thank you for all you’ve done for Dorothy and my kids over the years. This

was surprised Everett had thought

the bag but didn’t reach for it, instead just offering a smile, “What has

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