“Give it back,” I whispered, watching my sister-in-law slip my jade bracelet onto her wrist—the one my husband had given me on our wedding night

trembling as she asked, “Claire… can we talk?” I looked down at the bracelet, then over at Ethan.

I still haven’t answered.

What would you do if someone who hurt you finally returned asking for a conversation—would you listen, or would you protect your peace?