My mother-in-law blocked the entrance to my new apartment and screamed that her son had bought it for her, ordering me to leave.

not a lawyer, but I can read.”

I closed my eyes.

“She invaded my home.”

“I know that now,” Grace said. “My mother has been making women pay for her disappointments since before Blake was born. I should have recognized the pattern. I’m sorry.”

An apology without a request attached is rare.

“Thank you,” I said.

“Blake called too. He wants money.”

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