I let Evelyn and Barry inside.
Margaret moved toward the door.
I blocked her.
“You stay outside.”
“This is a family matter.”
“I need to sit down.”
“This is my home, my child, and my decision.”
For once, Margaret had nothing ready.
***
Inside, Evelyn sat on our worn sofa while Emma watched from the hallway.
“She has Frank’s eyes,” Evelyn whispered.
I stepped between them.
“You don’t get to claim her because she looks familiar.”