The Envelope That Changed Everything

listens when I say that,” she murmured, “but not when I tell him to do his homework.”

Oliver made a face. Lily giggled.

For the first time since Thomas walked in, the bakery felt lighter.

Thomas stood, adjusted his coat, and reached into his wallet. He pulled out a business card and held it out to Oliver.

“Keep this,” he said. “When you’re older, if you continue reading …