Chapter 31

• "We need to talk. And I know you're not in the mood to deal with the kids' prattle. So just let them be," Gilbert grabbed Haisley's phone and tossed it carelessly onto the fridge. He glanced back at Loretta, who was still frozen in her spot. "Why are you still here?" he asked sharply. Confused, Loretta hurriedly grabbed her bag.
• "Haisley, I'm going home," she bid, her gaze fearful as she looked at Gilbert. Haisley only whispered an apology before the girl left.
• "G, you don't have to be like this," Haisley said with annoyance after Loretta was gone.